Pluralistic Attitude
In the final analysis, no nation, no race, no individual has a monopoly of intelligence or virtue. If we are to pursue the ideal of meritocracy in human endeavour, then it’s most perfect form will grow out of a respect for human pluralism, so that we can harness the very best contributions from whomever and wherever they may come…
Source: Speech by Mawlana Hazar Imam at the graduation ceremony of the University of Alberta, Canada, 9 June 2009; Secondary Curriculum: Muslim Devotional and Ethical Literature.
