Development: Concepts and Historical Contexts by Gustavo Esteva

These flashcards cover fundamental concepts and historical contexts related to development, as discussed in Gustavo Esteva's lecture.

Development

A process through which the potentialities of an object or organism are released, moving towards a complete or full-fledged form.

Underdevelopment

A term used to describe regions or countries considered economically and socially backward compared to developed nations.

Hegemony

Dominance of one group over others, often used in the context of political and cultural control.

Euphemism

A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt.

Colonialism

The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

GNP (Gross National Product)

The total value of all goods and services produced by a country's residents over a specific period, often used as an economic indicator.

Self-confidence in development

The idea that individuals or communities should pursue their own developmental goals based on their cultural context and realities, rather than imposed foreign objectives.

Participatory Development

An approach to development that emphasizes the participation of the local people in decision-making and in the implementation of development projects.

Conceptual Inflation

A process where the meaning of a term becomes diluted or overly broad due to its increased usage in various contexts.

Social Construction of Development

The process by which societies and cultures formulate their understanding of what development means and entails, often reflecting power dynamics.