CH 3: Development issues and challenges
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What is the pivotal reason for the involvement of women in development?

  • Achieving gender parity in education
  • Ensuring food security for all
  • Addressing global challenges like climate change (correct)
  • Promoting equal representation in parliaments

What principle does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights establish?

  • Equal rights irrespective of gender (correct)
  • Equal rights depending on one's social status
  • Equal rights for all races
  • Equal rights based on income level

In terms of political decision-making, what issue do women often face according to the text?

  • Exclusion from political decision-making (correct)
  • Excessive representation in parliaments
  • Equal participation in political discussions
  • Inclusion in all political decisions

What was recognized in the 2010 Cancun agreements regarding climate change?

<p>The importance of gender equality and women's participation in climate change action (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a critical barrier to women's employment and advancement?

<p>Gender gap in literacy rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What positive outcomes are directly linked to education?

<p>Reduced fertility rates and improved child health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In sub-Saharan Africa, who faces higher HIV/Aids infection rates?

<p>Women (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of women in sub-Saharan Africa?

<p>Food production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What poses significant environmental challenges according to the text?

<p>Expansion of the world's population and economic development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sector is responsible for providing necessary infrastructure for development in South Africa?

<p>State-owned enterprises (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are businesses vital for in the context of economic development?

<p>Funding development projects and job creation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is fundamental for achieving sustainable development according to the text?

<p>Ensuring women's inclusion and addressing gender disparities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activities do businesses engage in to stimulate economic growth?

<p>Boosting exports and operating within Industrial Development Zones (IDZs) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What underscores the complexity of fostering economic growth according to the text?

<p>Environmental sustainability, social equity, and the roles of state and business sectors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The urgent need for sustainable environmental management practices is highlighted due to:

<p>The adverse effects of pollution on human health, ecosystems, and economic development. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What environmental challenges are posed by the expansion of the world's population and economic development?

<p>Industrial pollution and habitat loss. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial for businesses to operate within designated Industrial Development Zones (IDZs)?

<p>To foster economic growth through government-created opportunities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways are state-owned enterprises like Eskom crucial for development?

<p>To provide necessary infrastructure for development. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of the overexploitation of resources mentioned in the text?

<p>Resource depletion and environmental degradation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the urgent need for sustainable environmental management practices emphasized in the text?

<p>To enhance human health and ecosystems. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to the gendered nature of the HIV/Aids epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa?

<p>Higher infection rates among women than men. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary challenge faced by women despite their central role in the rural economy?

<p>Inferior quality of life and unequal rewards. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are women's inclusion and addressing gender disparities fundamental for achieving sustainable development?

<p>To achieve sustainable development goals effectively. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do businesses primarily contribute to in terms of funding development projects?

<p>Leveraging government-created opportunities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback of industrial activities mentioned in the text?

<p>Air, water, and land pollution. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is fundamental for leveraging the full potential of women in development processes?

<p>Understanding gender issues and applying gender analysis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which area do women frequently face exclusion according to the text?

<p>Political decision-making (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes women's role in managing natural resources according to the text?

<p>Despite playing a crucial role, their contributions are frequently overlooked. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights establish in relation to gender?

<p>Equal rights irrespective of gender (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a critical barrier to women's employment and advancement?

<p>Low literacy rates in Africa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was recognized regarding gender equality and women's participation in the 2010 Cancun agreements?

<p>Importance of women’s participation in all aspects of climate change action (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are women's significant contributions across various sectors crucial for, according to the text?

<p>Poverty reduction, food production, and addressing global challenges like climate change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the Cancun agreements acknowledge about women's role in climate change discussions?

<p>Insufficiency in recognizing women's needs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant implication of the gender gap in literacy rates according to the text?

<p>Limited opportunities for women and hindered societal roles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding gender issues crucial for the full potential of women in development processes?

<p>To leverage women's full potential and contributions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a persistent issue faced by women in political decision-making despite the principle of equal rights?

<p>Exclusion from political decision-making (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of climate change discussions and policies, what is a common oversight regarding women?

<p>Overlooking their contributions and needs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor hindering women's employment and advancement, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Gender gap in literacy rates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the participation of women essential in all aspects of climate change action according to the 2010 Cancun agreements?

<p>To achieve gender equality and effective climate change solutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant implication of the gender gap in literacy rates for women's opportunities, as highlighted in the text?

<p>Limited opportunities for women and societal roles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial reason for emphasizing gender analysis and understanding gender issues in development processes?

<p>To leverage the full potential of women in development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key element did the Universal Declaration of Human Rights establish regarding rights irrespective of gender?

<p>Equal rights for all genders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are women's contributions across various sectors deemed pivotal for development processes?

<p>For their significant impact on poverty reduction and food production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What issue often leads to exclusion for women from political decision-making as highlighted in the text?

<p>Low representation in parliaments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do women frequently face exclusion from political decision-making despite equal rights principles?

<p>Their under-representation in parliaments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental challenge posed by industrial activities according to the text?

<p>Ecosystem degradation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of state-owned enterprises like Eskom in South Africa?

<p>Delivering necessary infrastructure for development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor contributing to women facing unequal rewards in the rural economy, despite their central role?

<p>Inadequate access to resources and opportunities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is addressing gender disparities considered essential for achieving sustainable development?

<p>To ensure social equity and environmental sustainability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant outcome directly linked to education according to the text?

<p>Enhanced economic development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways do businesses primarily contribute to funding development projects?

<p>By boosting imports and exports (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What underscores the urgent need for sustainable environmental management practices?

<p>Overexploitation of resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for leveraging the full potential of women in development processes?

<p>Understanding gender issues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are women's contributions across various sectors crucial for development processes?

<p>To address climate change challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical barrier to women's employment and advancement?

<p>Gender gap in literacy rates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who often faces exclusion from political decision-making, particularly in Africa?

<p>Women (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant implication of the gender gap in literacy rates for women's opportunities?

<p>Limited societal roles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the HIV/Aids epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa?

<p>The gendered nature of the epidemic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do women in sub-Saharan Africa often face unequal rewards despite their crucial role in the rural economy?

<p>Lack of economic development strategies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes significantly to environmental pollution according to the text?

<p>Overexploitation of resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial responsibility of the state in South African development?

<p>Providing infrastructure for development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are businesses engaged in activities that boost exports, create jobs, and operate within Industrial Development Zones in South Africa?

<p>To stimulate economic growth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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