Abstract: Critique and criticism are arguably as old as modern humanity itself. Any form of objection to any subject, regardless of its objective, can be considered “critique.” History demonstrates that critique and criticism have played a significant role in humanity’s transition into the modern and industrial eras. While literary and artistic criticisms might be more widely recognized in society, they are not the focus of this discussion. The objective of this brief paper is to summarily examine the relationship between critique and progress, flourishing, development, and excellence within the human environment.

In English, the term “critique” signifies a detailed analysis conducted by an expert. The root of this word is derived from the Greek word kritikós (κριτικός), meaning to judge or to pass judgment (for further information, refer to Persian and English dictionaries; see also the Persian and English Wikipedia entries for the aforementioned terms).

A cursory observation reveals that critique in our society, even when entirely amicable and benevolent, is often not well-received. Due to historical and cultural factors, critique and criticism, as they are prevalent and formally recognized in the West, have not been prominent and are not deeply rooted in our contemporary era. Nevertheless, in recent years, signs of a shift towards serious and scientific critique on one hand, and a growing acceptance of and attention to critics on the other, have become apparent. This trend promises a fundamental leap forward in the fields of planning, design, decision-making, and the management of human space and environment within the country. This development must be duly noted and appropriately leveraged by academic and research communities.