Evolution of Criticism on Development Assistance

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What is the central argument of the populist critique regarding foreign aid?

Foreign aid should be given to corrupt leaders in distant lands.

Foreign aid should be increased to support developing countries.

Taxpayers' money should be prioritized for national economic and social needs over ineffective aid. (correct)

Corrupt leaders deserve more foreign aid than others.

According to the neo-liberal critique, how does Official Development Assistance (ODA) impact recipient countries' public administrations?

It has no effect on recipient countries' public administrations.

It helps in reducing corruption within public administrations.

It contributes to swelling the staff of myriad and ineffective public administrations. (correct)

It results in effective public administrations.

What negative impact does aid given in the form of donations have according to critics?

It helps in building self-sustaining economies.

It reduces corruption among leaders of developing countries.

It encourages entrepreneurialism and market development.

It distorts markets, stifles entrepreneurialism, and creates dependence among recipients. (correct)

What does Peter Bauer's critique of development aid suggest about the incentives for leaders of developing countries?

Development aid provides disincentives for leaders to adopt good policies. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key idea that most authors who critique development aid draw from neo-liberal thinking?

Adoption of market-friendly policies inspired by neo-liberal thought is essential for development. Signup and view all the answers

'Exhorting Africa to take its own destiny in hand' implies what according to Dambisa Moyo's critique?

'Taking its own destiny in hand' means adopting policies independent of foreign influence. Signup and view all the answers

According to Teresa Hayter's book 'Aid as imperialism', what is the main purpose of aid provided by the World Bank and OECD countries?

To benefit Western nations and their multinational corporations Signup and view all the answers

What relationship does the text suggest aid has contributed to between poor countries and the West?

Entrenching a relationship of dependence Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Raymond Cartier criticize France's investments in Africa?

He condemned the sumptuous French investments in Africa Signup and view all the answers

How have critiques of Western aid evolved over time according to the text?

They have been reiterated in a more nuanced manner Signup and view all the answers

What was the theme of Raymond Cartier's articles in Paris Match in 1956?

Criticizing France for squandering money on African investments Signup and view all the answers

How has China's rise as a donor power impacted the critiques of aid according to the text?

It has inspired critiques similar to those against Western aid Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point of the text regarding development assistance criticism?

Despite changing tones and sources, critics are not saying anything fundamentally new about development assistance. Signup and view all the answers

Which ideological schools of thought are mentioned as critics of development assistance?

Neo-Marxist, Populist, and Neo-liberal Signup and view all the answers

What motivates rich countries to provide assistance to developing countries according to the text?

Economic domination Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest should be done to understand the tensions in the assistance system?

Examine inherent tensions through a political economy lens Signup and view all the answers

Which three ideological schools seem to have an unexpected convergence in criticizing the aid system?

Neo-Marxist, Populist, Neo-liberal Signup and view all the answers

According to neo-Marxist critics or the radical left, what is ODA mainly seen as?

A means for industrialized countries to dominate poor countries Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is a common motivation for rich countries to provide aid according to the idealist view?

To protect human rights and fight poverty Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the motivations behind the Marshall Plan launched in 1948?

To prevent the spread of communism Signup and view all the answers

How did the United States link military and economic assistance programs with technical aid to underdeveloped countries in 1951?

By adopting the Mutual Security Act Signup and view all the answers

What was a dominant discourse regarding the delivery of Official Development Assistance (ODA) during the Cold War?

Defence considerations and expanding spheres of influence Signup and view all the answers

How did security concerns impact Official Development Assistance (ODA) during the Cold War according to the text?

By influencing the discourse around ODA delivery Signup and view all the answers

What evolution occurred in the security concerns related to ODA after the Cold War, as per the text?

Security risks continued to evolve Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the economic crisis and its impact on donor countries?

It has exacerbated the budgetary constraints facing donor countries. Signup and view all the answers

In response to the shortage of funds for development assistance, what do some commentators suggest as a solution?

Implementing new financing mechanisms. Signup and view all the answers

How do some proponents view market mechanisms in relation to the shortage of funds for development assistance?

As the primary solution to fund development assistance. Signup and view all the answers

Why do some invoke the solidarity imperative according to the text?

To call for an increase in development assistance. Signup and view all the answers

What is a foregone conclusion regarding the climate challenge and development assistance according to the text?

Development assistance may get a new lease on life thanks to global warming. Signup and view all the answers

What is vital according to the text for better dealing with weaknesses and improving performance in international cooperation?

Going beyond ideological debates about international cooperation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation for realists to provide aid as a foreign policy instrument?

To broaden their access to markets and enhance their sphere of influence Signup and view all the answers

According to neo-realists, what is the primary objective of States in providing Official Development Assistance (ODA)?

To guarantee their security and survival Signup and view all the answers

What role does self-interest play according to realists in the context of providing aid?

Guides donors to enhance their wealth and power Signup and view all the answers

In the context of development assistance, what do idealists view ODA as primarily?

An ideal and moral imperative Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the motivations of realists from idealists in providing aid?

Security and wealth vs. altruistic gestures Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates the views of realists and neo-realists regarding the objectives of providing development assistance?

Market access vs. security and survival Signup and view all the answers