 "Gender inequality in pay costs $160 trillion annually across 141 countries")
Everywhere in the world malaises are common: Worker insecurity, crony capitalism, political bribery, racism, and, more broadly, inequality. I was born when India was ruled by Lord Wavell. Our generation was inspired by leaders who served jail sentences to win independence, though, after independence, most of us sought a different life for ourselves and our country. Similarly, the children of liberalisation admire those who worked incredibly long hours with meagre resources. Like our generation did, they too seek a life different from their seniors.
They desire rapidly improving opportunities for jobs, infrastructure, education, and health. They also seek integrity and exemplary
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