Power will go to the hands of rascals, rogues and freebooters. All Indian leaders will be of low calibre and men of straw.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Churchill predicts that during the transition to independence, India will face weak and corrupt leadership.
- In plain terms
- Indian leaders after independence will be weak and dishonest.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of political transitions leading to poor leadership.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines a leader of low calibre?
Another view
This is a harsh generalization about a diverse group.
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