We have to walk on two legs. We have to create conditions in which manufacturing and services - the economy outside agriculture - move and move fast enough. And at the same time the working force that is available must have skills which will fit the kind of jobs which will be in demand.

I do believe that the future of civilization belongs to those who would lay emphasis on working together instead of talking about clash of civilizations.

I do recognize that India has to be the center, the hub of activity as far as the knowledge economy is concerned.

I'm a small person put in this big chair.

China is very important. The future growth of China, China's influence is bound to rise.

China is not I think a country which does not regulate, but there is a difference between the Chinese system and the Indian system.

I believe all societies, all thriving societies of the future are going to be multicultural societies.