The New Wealth of Nations

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By Surjit S. Bhalla *72 *77

Published Feb. 12, 2018

Surjit S. Bhalla *72 *77 argues that the new wealth of the world is education, which has allowed for income inequality to decrease and a reduction in global poverty in recent years. The New Wealth of Nations (S&S India) also looks at the negative effects of education and technology, arguing that countries will need to implement a basic income in years to come.

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