I have just read an article in The
Hindu, ‘Victory
for the world’s children’ by Mr. Kailash
Satyarthi (http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/united-nations-agenda-for-worlds-most-underprivileged-children/article7750251.ece)
I found it to be, to use a cliche', a collection of cliches,
clichés & nothing but the clichés. Take a look at some of the gems
propounded by the ½ Nobel Prize winner:
“A charter of our collective vision
of the next 15 years.....”
“It is a clear victory for millions
of children reeling under various forms of abuse.....”
“Finally, children’s cries have been
considered. It is a major win for civil society members who have been fighting
tooth and nail for decades to make children a priority through policy, budgets
and strong enforcement measures.....”
“Now, the targets are cut out in
front of us. What is needed is immediate, trailblazing and sustained action.....”
“ I appealed to all to stop
accepting business as usual.....”
“I urged that the governments
prioritise child-related SDGs in national legislation and planning.....”
“In the last decade, corporates and
civil society have become equal actors as state and innovative partnerships
between all are imperative for achieving global targets.....”
“Globalisation of knowledge, of
economy and of products is rampant; let us turn it into the globalisation of
human responsibility too.....”
“I have faith in the youth, my
beacons of inspiration, the agents of change, to use their energy and
enthusiasm constructively.....”
“Let us create a youth movement that
gives us change-makers, leaders and rewriters of history.....”
“Today, change is knocking on the
door in the form of those raring for development, inclusivity and peace. And
that change will occur. Let these goals not just spell victory of children, but
victory of the humankind and of our beloved earth.....”
I am tempted to use another cliché Mr. Satyarthi - Windbaggery !
