Amartya Sen

The concept of 'human rights' is a powerful framework for understanding and addressing global injustices.

My work is an ongoing conversation with the world, a continuous attempt to make sense of its complexities.

The importance of critical thinking and questioning established norms cannot be overstated.

I am deeply concerned by the rise of intolerance and the erosion of democratic values.

The idea of 'public reason' is crucial for navigating diverse perspectives in a democratic society.

My intellectual curiosity has always led me across disciplinary boundaries.

The well-being of future generations is a responsibility we must all bear.

I believe in the transformative power of ideas, even if their impact is not immediately visible.

The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey, full of unexpected turns and profound insights.

My greatest satisfaction comes from seeing my ideas contribute to real-world change.

The human capacity for empathy and cooperation gives me hope for the future.

Famines are not caused by a lack of food, but by a lack of entitlement to food.

The market mechanism, even when it works perfectly, does not guarantee that everyone will have enough to eat.

Development can be seen as a process of expanding the real freedoms that people enjoy.

Poverty is not just a lack of money; it is a lack of capability.

The reach of human reason is not limited by national boundaries.

Gender inequality is not only unjust but also inefficient.

The idea of justice is not a matter of finding a perfect arrangement, but of reducing manifest injustices.

Rationality is not about maximizing self-interest; it is about acting for good reasons.

The quality of life is not just about income, but about the capabilities people have to lead the lives they value.