Amartya Sen
Born: 11-02-1933
Amartya Sen is a distinguished Indian economist and philosopher, renowned for his work on welfare economics, social justice, and development. Born in 1933, Sen's influential contributions include the concept of the Human Development Index and his seminal book, "Development as Freedom." A Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences, Sen has taught at prestigious institutions like Harvard and Cambridge, shaping global discourse on poverty, inequality, and human rights.
Book summaries for books written by Amartya Sen
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Development can be seen as a process of expanding the real freedoms that people enjoy.
Freedom is both the primary end and the principal means of development.
Poverty is not just lack of money, but also of basic capabilities.
Development requires the removal of major sources of unfreedom: poverty, tyranny, poor economic opportunities, social deprivation, and neglect of public facilities.
The success of development should be measured by the expansion of human freedoms.
Gender inequality is a significant barrier to development.
Education is not just a means to economic growth, but an essential freedom in itself.
Health is a fundamental capability that is vital for development.
Democracy and political freedoms are crucial for development.
Development should aim at enhancing the choices and opportunities of the most disadvantaged individuals.
Social security and safety nets are essential for protecting people from the risks and insecurities of life.
Sustainable development requires us to consider the needs and aspirations of future generations.