Development

What does development refer to in terms of life aspects?

Development refers to an all around improvement in aspects of life such as freedom, security, equality, standard of living, income, health, economic stability, etc.

What is a key factor that influences differing views on development?

1. Different people have different development goals.

2. Development for one person may not be development for another and can even be harmful.

Give an example of differing development goals between two groups.

For landless laborers, development can mean better wages and local schools, while for a girl from a rich urban family, it may mean having as much freedom as her brother and the opportunity to study abroad.

What impact can a dam have on different groups of people regarding development?

A dam can be a huge benefit for one group of people but can cause displacement for locals who might prefer smaller check dams and tanks instead.

What is considered one of the most important goals of development?

Income is considered one of the most important development goals, as it allows individuals to buy better material goods and services.

What other factors do people consider in addition to income when evaluating development?

People also look for freedom, security, respect, and equality.

How can development be described concerning material and non-material factors?

Development is always a mix of materialistic and non-materialistic things.

What are some factors a person considers when looking for a job that offers more income?

A person would also consider factors like working atmosphere, living conditions, etc.

What are the three key criteria for national development policies according to the government?

National development policies must be fair and just to all citizens, consider all interests and ideas equally, and benefit a large number of people.