Categories Quote by Pranab Mukherjee
“I feel that when the reforms in UN take place and the Security Council will be expanded in the permanent membership category, India will have a place, I hope so, but first it is to be expanded.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Security Council Reform Discussion, 2019
India hopes to join the permanent members of the Security Council, but expansion must happen first.
In simple terms: India wants a permanent seat, but the Council must expand.
Support reforms that allow broader representation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- policy advocacy
- regional alliances
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What benefits would India bring as a permanent member?
- How can smaller nations influence reform?
Expansion may face resistance from existing powers.