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Development Aspirations Quiz

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What does development involve thinking about?

Development involves thinking about questions about the ways in which we can work towards achieving the goals of a country.

Which of the following is NOT a developmental goal for a landless rural laborer?

The ability to become leaders in their village.

No social discrimination.

A local school that provides quality education.

More days of work and better wages.

To build a large corporation. (correct)

What are some of the conflicting developmental goals that can arise when an industrialist wants to build a dam?

The construction of a dam may submerge the land and disrupt the lives of people who are displaced, such as tribals and farmers, who might resent this and just want small check dams or tanks to irrigate their land.

Match the following developmental goals with the corresponding category of person.

Assured high family income = Prosperous farmers More days of work and better wages = Landless rural laborers Higher support prices for their crops = Prosperous farmers Local school providing quality education = Landless rural laborers Become leaders in their village = Landless rural laborers Settle their children abroad = Prosperous farmers Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of development or progress likely to mean to different people?

Development is likely to mean different things to different people, as they seek things that are most important to them and that can fulfill their aspirations or desires. Signup and view all the answers

Development is a simple and straightforward concept.

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Different Aspirations for Development

People have varying ideas of development.
Development is about achieving goals and fulfilling aspirations.
Different individuals and groups may have differing, sometimes conflicting, views on development.
Examples: A landless labourer wants more work, better wages, and education for their children. A prosperous farmer desires high crop prices and cheap labor.

Table 1: Developmental Goals

A table illustrating varying developmental goals exists in the text but requires completion by the user based on their understanding of the roles/aspirations of the listed groups.

Conflicting Interests in Development

Different people prioritize different things. This results in potential conflicts.
Example: Industrialists may want more dams for electricity, while those displaced by the dams may want smaller irrigation projects.

Diverse Viewpoints

Diverse groups have varying experiences and ideas about development, leading to differing opinions.
Example: A girl desires equal opportunity and freedom as a boy, while this may not be the case for her brother.

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Explore the varying aspirations and goals of different groups regarding development. This quiz highlights the conflicting interests among individuals and communities, and how their perspectives shape developmental agendas. Engage with examples to understand the complexities of development.