For success of any mission, it is necessary to have creative leadership. Creative leadership is vital for government, non-governmental organisations as well as for industries.
A. P. J. Abdul KalamRead
Science is a beautiful gift to humanity; we should not distort it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Science should be appreciated and respected for its contributions to humanity.
This quote highlights the importance of science as a valuable gift to society, emphasizing that we must not misrepresent or misuse it. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam advocates for the integrity of scientific knowledge and encourages a responsible approach in applying scientific discoveries for the betterment of humanity.
Themes
ScienceHumanityIntegrityKnowledgeRespect
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a university graduation, one could say this quote to inspire future scientists.
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