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Progressive utilization theory
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<p>The Progressive utilization theory (PROUT) is a <a href="/facts/Socioeconomic/ywuuTTUN">socioeconomic</a> and political philosophy created by the Indian philosopher and spiritual leader <a href="/facts/Prabhat_Ranjan_Sarkar/t7c74nkn">Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar</a>. He first conceived of PROUT in 1959. Its proponents (Proutists) claim that it exposes and overcomes the limitations of capitalism, communism and mixed economy. Since its genesis, PROUT has had an <a href="/facts/Economic_progressivism/pYdwRx61">economically progressive</a> approach, aiming to improve <a href="/facts/Social_change/koLr0mLY">social development</a> in the world. It is in line with Sarkar's <a href="/facts/Neohumanism/t7c74nkn">Neohumanist</a> values which aim to provide "proper care" to every being on the planet, including humans, animals and plants. </p><p>PROUT has not been implemented in any part of the world, though there are a number of books and articles on the subject. </p>