Understanding Development

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What is the purpose of comparing per capita income of countries?

To determine the average income of a person in a country (correct)

To compare the total income of countries

To classify countries based on their population density

To determine the total population of a country

What is the threshold per capita income to classify a country as high-income according to the World Development Report 2019?

US$ 50,000 per annum

US$ 10,000 per annum

US$ 25,000 per annum

US$ 49,300 per annum (correct)

Which of the following states has the lowest per capita income according to the data provided?

Haryana

Delhi

Bihar (correct)

Kerala

What is the literacy rate of Kerala according to the data provided?

93.9% Signup and view all the answers

Why is per capita income not the only criterion for measuring development?

Because it does not consider other indicators like literacy rate and mortality rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate per capita income?

Total Income of Country / Total Population of Country Signup and view all the answers

What is the composite index prepared by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?

Human Development Index Signup and view all the answers

In which year was India considered a low-income country according to the data provided?

2004 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of development?

To update as per the demand of time Signup and view all the answers

What is development defined as?

Economic growth along with the growth of basic needs Signup and view all the answers

Why may development be detrimental to some people?

Because it may harm some people's interests Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the characteristics to compare countries?

Income level Signup and view all the answers

What does the quality of life depend on?

Both material and non-material things Signup and view all the answers

Why may women work in a variety of jobs or start a business?

To receive a sense of security and freedom Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a country is developed or underdeveloped?

Its characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is measured to compare the developmental status of different nations?

Per capita income Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Development

Development involves working towards a better life and achieving goals, but what constitutes development can vary from person to person.
It is defined as economic growth accompanied by the growth of basic needs like education, health, and lifestyle.

Goals of Development

People generally desire regular work, better wages, and a good price for their crops.
Apart from income, people also want a better quality of life, which includes non-material aspects like equal treatment, security, respect, and freedom.

National Development

The concept of national development can vary and conflict from person to person.
A country's developmental status can be determined by its characteristics, with income being an important attribute.
A country with a higher income level is considered more developed than one with a lower income level.

Per Capita Income

Per capita income is the total income of a country divided by its total population.
It is used to compare the developmental status of different countries.
Countries with a per capita income of US49,300perannumandaboveareconsideredhigh−incomeorrichcountries,whilethosewithapercapitaincomeofUS 49,300 per annum and above are considered high-income or rich countries, while those with a per capita income of US49,300perannumandaboveareconsideredhigh−incomeorrichcountries,whilethosewithapercapitaincomeofUS 2500 or less are considered low-income countries.
In India, in 2004, the per capita income was Rs 28,000, making it a low-income country.

Per Capita Income of Select States

Haryana had a per capita income of Rs 2,03,340 in 2017-18.
Kerala had a per capita income of Rs 1,84,000 in 2017-18.
Bihar had a per capita income of Rs 38,631 in 2017-18.

Income and Other Criteria

While Haryana would be considered the most developed state based on per capita income, it is not true when considering other criteria like literacy rate and mortality rate.
Kerala had the highest literacy rate of 93.9% among these states.

Human Development Index

It is a composite index prepared by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

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Explore the concept of development, including its meaning, goals, and impact on people's lives. Learn how development can be defined and measured, and its importance in achieving a better life.