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What is a key characteristic of 'constructed crises'?
What is a key characteristic of 'constructed crises'?
The author argues that a single-pronged approach is usually effective in solving complex problems related to sustainable development.
The author argues that a single-pronged approach is usually effective in solving complex problems related to sustainable development.
False (B)
What is the central idea behind the phrase "YESTERDAY SOLUTIONS DO CONTRIBUTE TO TODAY’S PROBLEMS"?
What is the central idea behind the phrase "YESTERDAY SOLUTIONS DO CONTRIBUTE TO TODAY’S PROBLEMS"?
Past solutions, even if well-intentioned, can sometimes have unintended consequences that lead to new challenges.
A holistic approach to problem-solving encourages a ______ mindset, taking into account interconnected factors rather than focusing on isolated issues.
A holistic approach to problem-solving encourages a ______ mindset, taking into account interconnected factors rather than focusing on isolated issues.
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Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
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The example of the famine in Sudan suggests that:
The example of the famine in Sudan suggests that:
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The author suggests that the issue of food security is related to the broader concept of sustainable development.
The author suggests that the issue of food security is related to the broader concept of sustainable development.
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What are the four dimensions of food security identified in the text?
What are the four dimensions of food security identified in the text?
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Which of the following was NOT a primary cause of the Bengal Famine of 1943-44?
Which of the following was NOT a primary cause of the Bengal Famine of 1943-44?
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The Bengal Famine was primarily attributed to natural causes, such as drought, according to the FAD approach.
The Bengal Famine was primarily attributed to natural causes, such as drought, according to the FAD approach.
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What was the impact of the Zamindari system on the marginalized during the Bengal Famine?
What was the impact of the Zamindari system on the marginalized during the Bengal Famine?
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The Bengal Famine of 1943-44 resulted in the deaths of an estimated ______ million people.
The Bengal Famine of 1943-44 resulted in the deaths of an estimated ______ million people.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is a key factor that contributes to famines in a democracy?
What is a key factor that contributes to famines in a democracy?
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Floods in Bangladesh negatively affect all agricultural areas.
Floods in Bangladesh negatively affect all agricultural areas.
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Who suggested that political famines could be associated with an increase in overall food production?
Who suggested that political famines could be associated with an increase in overall food production?
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Famine is a situation where stressors become so severe that they lead to a process of social __________.
Famine is a situation where stressors become so severe that they lead to a process of social __________.
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Which group is identified as the most vulnerable during famines in Bangladesh?
Which group is identified as the most vulnerable during famines in Bangladesh?
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Match the following events with their outcomes:
Match the following events with their outcomes:
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What did the people likely feel after the creation of the PRC?
What did the people likely feel after the creation of the PRC?
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In a functioning democracy, people do not have to know about policies and governance.
In a functioning democracy, people do not have to know about policies and governance.
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What is the percentage increase in Aman rice prices in flood-affected areas compared to the previous year?
What is the percentage increase in Aman rice prices in flood-affected areas compared to the previous year?
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The early warning system in place in 1984 was less effective than in 1974.
The early warning system in place in 1984 was less effective than in 1974.
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What program supported by WFP and USAID aimed to assist the rural poor after natural disasters?
What program supported by WFP and USAID aimed to assist the rural poor after natural disasters?
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In 1984, the economic environment in Bangladesh was characterized by greater ________ power.
In 1984, the economic environment in Bangladesh was characterized by greater ________ power.
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How did the government of Bangladesh respond to the issues of price movements and food distribution by 1984?
How did the government of Bangladesh respond to the issues of price movements and food distribution by 1984?
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Match the year with its agricultural or economic situation:
Match the year with its agricultural or economic situation:
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Corruption in the Bangladesh government was completely eradicated by 1984.
Corruption in the Bangladesh government was completely eradicated by 1984.
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What was the contribution of increased storage capacity across the country?
What was the contribution of increased storage capacity across the country?
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According to Sen, what is the meaning of "entitlement" in the context of basic needs?
According to Sen, what is the meaning of "entitlement" in the context of basic needs?
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Sen states that there are strong moral and legal reasons why markets should meet subsistence needs.
Sen states that there are strong moral and legal reasons why markets should meet subsistence needs.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of entitlement identified by Sen?
Which of the following is NOT a type of entitlement identified by Sen?
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A decline in entitlements for a group of people is referred to as a ______.
A decline in entitlements for a group of people is referred to as a ______.
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Match the following types of entitlement decline with their examples:
Match the following types of entitlement decline with their examples:
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Sen argues that famine deaths are primarily caused by food shortages.
Sen argues that famine deaths are primarily caused by food shortages.
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What did Sen argue about the focus of famine relief efforts?
What did Sen argue about the focus of famine relief efforts?
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Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of Sen's entitlement approach?
Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of Sen's entitlement approach?
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Which of the following was a cause of the Ethiopian famine of 1973-74?
Which of the following was a cause of the Ethiopian famine of 1973-74?
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Government mismanagement was a factor in the famine in Bangladesh during 1974.
Government mismanagement was a factor in the famine in Bangladesh during 1974.
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What is the estimated death toll of the Ethiopian famine in 1973-74?
What is the estimated death toll of the Ethiopian famine in 1973-74?
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The main argument presented by Sen regarding famines focuses on ________ entitlement failure.
The main argument presented by Sen regarding famines focuses on ________ entitlement failure.
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Match the famine with its corresponding death toll:
Match the famine with its corresponding death toll:
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Which of the following best describes the demographic most affected by the famine in Bangladesh?
Which of the following best describes the demographic most affected by the famine in Bangladesh?
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The Ethiopian famine was caused solely by natural disasters.
The Ethiopian famine was caused solely by natural disasters.
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What significant political change was influenced by the entitlement approach highlighted by Sen?
What significant political change was influenced by the entitlement approach highlighted by Sen?
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This quiz focuses on the complexities of sustainable development, food security, and historical crises like the Bengal Famine. It explores the interconnectedness of problems and the importance of a holistic approach. Test your understanding of these critical issues and their implications for current challenges.