I think the original point was if you don't allow fully 50% of your population to utilize their ability, capability, creativity, education and willingness to contribute to society as a whole - how can you expect to be in the top 10 of anything?
The Aga Khan Foundation takes the view that educating women will lead to education for the entire family (girls and boys) whereas if you educate only the men, they will encourage only the education of their sons.
As a case in point, look at the Taliban and their views on education for females - how's that working for the women in areas where this particular group dominates?
I think the original point was if you don't allow fully 50% of your population to utilize their ability, capability, creativity, education and willingness to contribute to society as a whole - how can you expect to be in the top 10 of anything?
The Aga Khan Foundation takes the view that educating women will lead to education for the entire family (girls and boys) whereas if you educate only the men, they will encourage only the education of their sons.
As a case in point, look at the Taliban and their views on education for females - how's that working for the women in areas where this particular group dominates?
Signature line > "You can't fix stupid"