Which is why i referenced the quote afterwards to illustrate that the pursuit of happiness is not necessarily the answer and of course happiness in itself is very hard to quantify but attempting to use it as measurement would create a better situation for humanity.
If we assume that Krishnamurti is correct and happiness is a byproduct the question naturally arises, a byproduct of what?
You are right i should have articulated better. I do think there is a problem with happiness in that:
1) Any measurement is only an approximation
2) It is quite possible that the "pursuit of happiness" is a damaging force in humanity (it is detrimental to the environment driven by rampant consumerism with the never-fulfilled goal of being "happy")
3) That there is the possibility that it is a side effect of something else amd therefore seeking it is a fools errand.
I mentioned Bhutan as they are the only country i know of that does currently use GNH and regardless of the problems i perceive with the concept of happiness i still think using it as basic measure would change the dynamics of society in a positive way
If we assume that Krishnamurti is correct and happiness is a byproduct the question naturally arises, a byproduct of what?