Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi

The history of the world shows that peoples and societies do not have to pass through a fixed series of stages in the course of development.

The history of the world shows that peoples and societies do

Summary

This quote suggests that the progress and development of different societies is not predetermined or follow a set pattern. It emphasizes that there is no fixed trajectory that all societies must go through in order to evolve. Instead, history has demonstrated that different cultures and civilizations have taken diverse paths and approaches to development. It challenges the notion of a linear understanding of progress and illustrates the importance of recognizing the unique and varied nature of human societies throughout history.

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By Aung San Suu Kyi

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