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What does the Human Development Approach primarily focus on?
What does the Human Development Approach primarily focus on?
The Human Development Approach considers only the economic factors for development.
The Human Development Approach considers only the economic factors for development.
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What are the three key elements of the Human Development Approach?
What are the three key elements of the Human Development Approach?
People, opportunities, and choice
The Human Development Approach empowers individuals by providing them with _______ to make informed choices.
The Human Development Approach empowers individuals by providing them with _______ to make informed choices.
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Match the following components of the Human Development Approach with their definitions:
Match the following components of the Human Development Approach with their definitions:
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Human Development Approach
- Focuses on expanding the capabilities and choices of individuals
- Emphasizes well-being and quality of life, rather than just economic growth
- Considers factors beyond income, such as education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability
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Three key elements:
- Living a long and healthy life: Measured by life expectancy at birth
- Being educated: Measured by adult literacy rates and school enrollment
- Having a decent standard of living: Measured by per capita GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
- Empowers individuals by providing them with knowledge, skills, and resources to make informed choices.
Components of the Human Development Approach
- Human capital: Refers to the skills, knowledge, and health of individuals, which contribute to their productivity and well-being
- Social capital: Refers to the networks and relationships individuals have, which facilitate cooperation and support for collective goals
- Natural capital: Refers to the natural resources available to individuals, such as fertile land, clean water, and biodiversity
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Test your understanding of the Human Development Approach and its key components. This quiz covers essential elements, focuses, and definitions related to the theory. Challenge yourself and see how well you grasp this important concept in development studies.
