No struggle can ever succeed without women participating side by side with men.
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One of the biggest curses from which India is suffering - I do not say that other countries are free from it, but I think our condition is much worse - is bribery and corruption. That really is a poison.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Bribery and corruption are significant issues in India, more so than in other nations.
In this quote, Muhammad Ali Jinnah highlights the pervasive and damaging impact of bribery and corruption in India, describing it as a poison that adversely affects the country's progress and integrity. He acknowledges that while other nations also face similar challenges, the scale and severity of the problem in India are notably worse, calling for awareness and action against these societal evils.
Themes
BriberyCorruptionIndiaPoliticsIntegrity
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Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech addressing governance and accountability in public service.
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