Amartya Sen
10 books
About the Author
Amartya Sen is a renowned Indian economist, philosopher, and Nobel laureate whose groundbreaking work has profoundly shaped global discourse on development, justice, and human capabilities. Born in 1933 in Bengal, he has held prestigious positions at institutions like Harvard University and the University of Oxford, blending rigorous economic analysis with ethical philosophy to challenge conventional notions of progress. In his seminal book Development as Freedom, Sen argues that true development lies not merely in economic growth but in expanding people's freedoms and opportunities, influencing policies worldwide on poverty alleviation, gender equality, and democratic governance. A prolific author and thinker, Sen's ideas continue to inspire scholars, policymakers, and activists in pursuit of a more equitable world.
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