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A country invests heavily in improving its citizens' access to education, healthcare, and sanitation. Which type of development is the country primarily focusing on?
A country invests heavily in improving its citizens' access to education, healthcare, and sanitation. Which type of development is the country primarily focusing on?
- Political Development
- Environmental Development
- Economic Development
- Social Development (correct)
A remote village lacks proper roads, leading to difficulties in transporting agricultural produce to the market. How would improving the transportation infrastructure MOST directly contribute to the village's development?
A remote village lacks proper roads, leading to difficulties in transporting agricultural produce to the market. How would improving the transportation infrastructure MOST directly contribute to the village's development?
- By increasing access to healthcare facilities
- By enhancing political stability in the region
- By improving the literacy rate of the villagers
- By facilitating trade and economic growth (correct)
A country is experiencing rapid industrial growth but also faces severe environmental degradation due to pollution. Which approach would best balance economic and environmental development?
A country is experiencing rapid industrial growth but also faces severe environmental degradation due to pollution. Which approach would best balance economic and environmental development?
- Ignoring environmental concerns and focusing solely on economic gains
- Implementing sustainable practices and regulations to minimize environmental impact (correct)
- Prioritizing economic growth at the expense of environmental protection
- Halting industrial activities to conserve natural resources
A nation's constitution divides power between a central government and several regional governments. Each level has specific responsibilities, and local communities are empowered to make decisions. Which governmental structure does this exemplify?
A nation's constitution divides power between a central government and several regional governments. Each level has specific responsibilities, and local communities are empowered to make decisions. Which governmental structure does this exemplify?
A country has a large number of unemployed citizens with minimal education or specific job skills. Which type of manpower does this primarily represent, and how can it be improved to boost national development?
A country has a large number of unemployed citizens with minimal education or specific job skills. Which type of manpower does this primarily represent, and how can it be improved to boost national development?
A country aims to improve its citizens' quality of life and economic prosperity. It focuses on enhancing education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic activities. Which overarching concept does this best describe?
A country aims to improve its citizens' quality of life and economic prosperity. It focuses on enhancing education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic activities. Which overarching concept does this best describe?
A newly formed municipality is facing challenges in managing its resources effectively. Which approach would best leverage the existing provincial structure to address these challenges?
A newly formed municipality is facing challenges in managing its resources effectively. Which approach would best leverage the existing provincial structure to address these challenges?
The Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track project aims to reduce travel time. Which broader impact is this project likely to have on Nepal's economy?
The Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track project aims to reduce travel time. Which broader impact is this project likely to have on Nepal's economy?
To improve a country's overall manpower quality, which strategy would be most effective in the long term?
To improve a country's overall manpower quality, which strategy would be most effective in the long term?
Several provinces are competing to attract foreign investment. Which strategy would be MOST effective for a province to differentiate itself and stand out to investors?
Several provinces are competing to attract foreign investment. Which strategy would be MOST effective for a province to differentiate itself and stand out to investors?
Nepal's adoption of federalism in 2015 aimed to promote which of the following outcomes?
Nepal's adoption of federalism in 2015 aimed to promote which of the following outcomes?
Kathmandu is facing increasing water scarcity. How does the Melamchi Water Supply Project aim to address this issue, and what are some potential challenges in its implementation?
Kathmandu is facing increasing water scarcity. How does the Melamchi Water Supply Project aim to address this issue, and what are some potential challenges in its implementation?
How could Gandaki Province leverage its unique geographical location and natural resources to promote sustainable tourism and economic growth, while minimizing environmental impact?
How could Gandaki Province leverage its unique geographical location and natural resources to promote sustainable tourism and economic growth, while minimizing environmental impact?
Flashcards
Development
Development
Improving quality of life and economic well-being through advancements in education, health, infrastructure, and economic activities.
Economic Development
Economic Development
Growth in industries, trade, and business sectors.
Social Development
Social Development
Improvements in education, healthcare, and social equality.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure
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Transportation Infrastructure
Transportation Infrastructure
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Manpower
Manpower
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Skilled Manpower
Skilled Manpower
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Federal State
Federal State
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Local Government in Nepal
Local Government in Nepal
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Provinces of Nepal
Provinces of Nepal
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Capital of Bagmati Province
Capital of Bagmati Province
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Kathmandu Ring Road Expansion Project
Kathmandu Ring Road Expansion Project
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Melamchi Water Supply Project
Melamchi Water Supply Project
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Study Notes
- Development is the process of improving quality of life and economic well-being
- Development involves advancements in education, health, infrastructure, and economic activities
- Development can be measured through indicators such as GDP, literacy rate, life expectancy, and employment rates
Types of Development
- Economic Development: Growth in industries, trade, and business sectors
- Social Development: Improvements in education, healthcare, and social equality
- Political Development: Establishment of a stable and democratic political system
- Environmental Development: Conservation of natural resources and sustainable development
Infrastructures of Development
- Infrastructure: Fundamental physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society, playing a crucial role in national development
- Transportation: Roads, bridges, railways, airports, and waterways facilitate trade and connectivity
- Communication: Mobile networks, internet, postal services, and broadcasting help in information exchange
- Energy: Hydropower, solar power, and other renewable and non-renewable energy sources support industries and households
- Health Facilities: Hospitals, clinics, and sanitation services improve public health
- Education: Schools, colleges, and research institutions enhance human resource development
Manpower
- Manpower: The human workforce available in a country and an essential factor for economic growth and development
- The quality of manpower depends on education, skills, training, and health
- Skilled Manpower: Technicians, engineers, doctors, and trained professionals
- Semi-Skilled Manpower: Workers with basic training in specific fields
- Unskilled Manpower: Laborers with minimal or no formal training
- Entrepreneurs: Individuals who create businesses and generate employment opportunities
Concept of Federal State
- Federal State: System of government in which power is divided between a central authority and various regional governments
- Nepal adopted federalism after the Constitution in 2015, ensuring local governance, participation, and balanced development
- Federal Government: the central authority that is responsible for national policies and international affairs
- Provincial Government: Regional authorities managing local development and administration
- Local Government: Municipalities and rural municipalities handling grassroots-level governance
Provinces of Nepal
- Nepal is divided into seven provinces, each with its own government and administrative structure
- Province No. 1 (Capital: Biratnagar)
- Madhesh Province (Capital: Janakpur)
- Bagmati Province (Capital: Hetauda)
- Gandaki Province (Capital: Pokhara)
- Lumbini Province (Capital: Deukhuri)
- Karnali Province (Capital: Birendranagar)
- Sudurpashchim Province (Capital: Godawari)
- Each province has its own Chief Minister and Provincial Assembly responsible for local governance and development planning
Major Development Projects of Kathmandu
- Kathmandu Ring Road Expansion Project: Widening of the ring road to ease traffic congestion
- Melamchi Water Supply Project: Project to provide clean drinking water to Kathmandu Valley
- Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track: Highway project connecting Kathmandu to Nijgadh, reducing travel time
- Gautam Buddha International Airport Expansion: Enhancing air connectivity to and from Kathmandu
- Kathmandu Metro Rail Project: Proposed rapid transit system to improve public transportation
- Heritage Conservation Projects: Restoration of historical sites like Dharahara and Kasthamandap
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Explore the multifaceted concept of development, encompassing improvements in quality of life and economic prosperity. Learn about economic, social, and political dimensions. Understand the crucial infrastructures that support development.
