Post-Development Theory Criticism
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What is a criticism of demographic transition theory?

  • It only applies to developed countries
  • It assumes that fertility rates will eventually decline
  • It is too flexible and considers many variables
  • It is too deterministic and does not consider social and cultural factors (correct)

    • What is a limitation of Malthusian theory?

  • It does not consider cultural factors
  • It assumes that population and resources grow at a fixed rate (correct)
  • It considers the impact of economic development on population growth
  • It is too focused on the environment

    • What is a criticism of structural functionalism?

  • It does not consider the potential for cooperation and collaboration
  • It is too focused on social conflict
  • It is too focused on culture
  • It assumes that social institutions are necessary and serve a positive function (correct)

    • What is a limitation of conflict theory?

    <p>It is too focused on power and inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common criticism of demographic transition theory and conflict theory?

    <p>They are too deterministic and do not consider complexities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of population policies?

    <p>To influence population trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Malthusian theory argue?

    <p>Population growth will eventually outstrip the availability of resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the demographic transition theory, what happens to fertility rates as societies modernize?

    <p>They decline, leading to slower population growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the structural functionalism perspective on population trends?

    <p>The importance of social institutions in shaping population trends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the conflict theory perspective on population trends?

    <p>The importance of power and inequality in shaping population trends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a criticism of the Malthusian theory?

    <p>It does not consider technological advancements that increase resource availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common theme among the sociological perspectives of population?

    <p>The examination of how social factors influence population trends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism is often directed at Modernization theory?

    <p>It does not fully consider the negative consequences of modernization and economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Dependency theory has been criticized by some?

    <p>It overlooks factors like corruption and poor governance in developing countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common criticism of World Systems theory?

    <p>It fails to consider the agency of individuals and organizations in developing countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What flaw is often attributed to Post-development theory?

    <p>It fails to provide practical alternatives to traditional development approaches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which criticism is relevant to both Modernization theory and World Systems theory?

    <p>They oversimplify the relationships between developed and developing countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One common critique of Dependency theory and Post-development theory is:

    <p>They do not provide alternative approaches to traditional development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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