North-South Divide Quiz

Study Notes

The North-South Divide is a global economic, social, and political disparity between developed countries in the Northern Hemisphere (Global North) and less developed countries in the Southern Hemisphere (Global South).
The divide originates from historical factors such as:
- Colonialism: European powers exploited natural resources and labor in colonized territories, creating lasting inequalities in wealth, technology, and infrastructure.
- Imperialism: The exploitation of natural resources and labor fueled the Industrial Revolution, leading to widespread injustices and economic disparities.

Colonialism had long-lasting negative impacts:
- Colonial Mentality: A perception of inferiority compared to foreign cultures and ethnicities.
- Racism: Beliefs that race determines human traits, leading to superiority complexes.
- Discrimination: Unjust treatment of people based on ethnicity, age, sex, or disability.

Colonizers imposed trade patterns that benefited their economies, creating enduring economic disparities between the Global North and Global South.

Globalization, characterized by increased trade, investment flows, and technological exchange:
- Can worsen and improve aspects of the North-South Divide.
- Provides economic opportunities for developing countries, but also reinforces existing inequalities.
- Developing countries can face challenges competing in global markets due to unequal access to capital, technology, and skills.

The North-South divide significantly impacts Latin America in various dimensions:
- Economic: Latin America is marked by income inequality with a small elite holding a disproportionate share of wealth.
- Social: The region faces challenges related to poverty, lack of access to education and healthcare, and social exclusion.
- Political: Latin America struggles with political instability, corruption, and weak governance.
- Technological: Limited access to technology and digital infrastructure poses significant challenges for development.