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Change Quote by Raghuram G. Rajan

“It involves considerable change, and change is risky. But as India develops, not changing is even riskier. We have to keep what is good about our system, of which there is a tremendous amount, even while acting differently where warranted.” quote by Raghuram G. Rajan
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““It involves considerable change, and change is risky. But as India develops, not changing is even riskier. We have to keep what is good about our system, of which there is a tremendous amount, even while acting differently where warranted.””

Raghuram G. Rajan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Economic Outlook Address, Reserve Bank of India, 2023

Balancing reform with stability is essential; avoiding change can be riskier than managing it.

In simple terms: Change is risky but staying the same can be riskier.

Key Takeaway

Embrace needed change while preserving strengths.

Themes

economics policy risk management

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

analytical prescriptive

When to use this quote

  • government reform
  • business adaptation
  • public sector innovation
  • financial regulation

Key Concepts

institutional reform development strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What core elements must be preserved during reform?
  • How can we measure the risk of inaction?
A Different Perspective

Change may encounter resistance and unintended consequences.

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