If the population of a city grows from one lakh to two lakhs over a period of time, we say the city has grown. However, if a facilities like housing, provision of basic services and other characteristics remain the same, then this growth has not been accompanied by development. For many decades, a country’s level of development was measured only in terms of its economic growth. This meant that the bigger the economy of the country, the more developed it was considered, even though this growth did not really mean much change in the lives of most people

Which of the following statements is true about growth and development ?

None of the above

The correct answer is Option 4: None of the above

Option 1: “Growth is qualitative”. This statement is incorrect because growth refers to an increase in size, number or quantity. Therefore, growth is quantitative in nature.

Option 2: “Development is quantitative”. This statement is incorrect because development refers to qualitative improvement in living conditions, facilities and overall well-being.

Option 3: “Both growth and development are quantitative”. This statement is incorrect because only growth is quantitative, whereas development is qualitative.