Contradiction Quote by V. K. Krishna Menon
“That expression "positive neutrality" is a contradiction in terms. There can be no more positive neutrality than there can be a vegetarian tiger.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations, 1955 diplomatic address
“Positive neutrality” is impossible, like a vegetarian tiger.
In simple terms: Some concepts are contradictory.
Key Takeaway
Identify logical contradictions.
Themes
politics
philosophy
logic
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy formulation
- debate
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
oxymoron
semantic analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What terms seem contradictory but work?
- How to resolve semantic conflicts?
A Different Perspective
Neutrality can be constructive in certain contexts.
