Every man or women has a right (and somehow even a duty) to develop him/herself. It`s a called a culture, and acces to it today isn`t reserved for the small elite. Books, Internet, music... everything is acessible in the most of the countries. Yes, bad state politics, money, or whatever can be responsible for many things, but the individual is the most responsible for his/her level of knowledge and understanding, spiritual growth - if you like.