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Armed Conflict and Development

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What impact does armed conflict have on development according to the content?

It accelerates the growth of socio-economic activities.

It retards the developing process and erodes development foundations. (correct)

It enhances the capacity of post-conflict governments.

It leads to significant technological advancements.

What is a common resource that warring parties rely on to sustain their conflicts?

Foreign aid

Human capital

Natural resources (correct)

Technological innovations

What challenge do post-conflict governments face in terms of development?

Maintaining stable interpersonal relationships.

Rebuilding advanced technology sectors.

Increased investment from foreign nations.

Establishing equitable legal systems for investment. (correct)

What is a consequence of armed conflict mentioned in the content?

Increased refugee and internally displaced person numbers. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the international community play in post-conflict societies?

Helping in rebuilding and reconstruction efforts. Signup and view all the answers

What main factor complicates efforts for sustainable development in post-conflict areas?

Internal power imbalances. Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what can result from missed developmental opportunities due to armed conflict?

Increased poverty and suffering. Signup and view all the answers

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Armed Conflict and Development

Nearly one million people die annually from armed conflict in the last 50 years.
The human cost and lost development opportunities are immeasurable.
Warring parties often exploit natural resources, hindering long-term development.
Armed conflicts significantly slow down development and damage its foundations.
Displacement of people (refugees and IDPs) is a major consequence.
Post-conflict governments often lack the capacity to address poverty, suffering, and basic services.
Internal power imbalances further complicate post-conflict reconstruction.
International aid is vital for rebuilding post-conflict societies.

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This quiz explores the impact of armed conflict on development, highlighting the staggering death toll and the resulting human cost. It also examines how war disrupts societies, exacerbates poverty, and complicates post-conflict reconstruction efforts. Understand the role of natural resources and international aid in rebuilding affected regions.