From poets to philosophers: Interesting 'Budget Quotes'

Budget presentation is an event that the country’s Finance Minister conducts with flare before the Parliament each year. Being full of facts and figures, the budget is looked forward to and is heard with rapt attention by parliamentarians and the general public as it is telecast live across the country. Not to sound boring and to draw attention of a captive audience, the budget speech is also an occasion for the presenter to add humour or to employ great quotes to make a point. Honing of theatrics does leave an impact.

Here are some interesting quotes that have been heard during the budget speeches over the years.