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Which countries are considered part of the Global North?
Which countries are considered part of the Global North?
Which regions are included in the Global South?
Which regions are included in the Global South?
What does the term 'Global South' generally represent?
What does the term 'Global South' generally represent?
Which group of countries has a GDP per capita above the world's average?
Which group of countries has a GDP per capita above the world's average?
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Which countries have a GDP per capita below the world's average?
Which countries have a GDP per capita below the world's average?
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Study Notes
Global North and Global South
- The Global North generally refers to the countries of Europe, North America, Japan, and Australia, which are considered to be economically developed and industrialized.
- The Global South, on the other hand, includes regions of Africa, Latin America, and most of Asia, which are often characterized as being less developed and poorer.
- The term 'Global South' generally represents a region that is disproportionately affected by poverty, inequality, and underdevelopment, and is often seen as being marginalized and exploited by the Global North.
- Countries with a GDP per capita above the world's average are typically classified as part of the Global North, such as the United States, Canada, Germany, and Japan.
- Countries with a GDP per capita below the world's average are typically classified as part of the Global South, such as India, Nigeria, Brazil, and Indonesia.
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Test your knowledge on global divides with this quiz! Explore the differences between the Global North and Global South, and learn about the economic and social disparities between these regions. Discover key countries and regions that fall under each category and deepen your understanding of the global system.
