Which approach of Human Development is advocated by International Lab…

The correct answer is Option (4) → Basic Needs Approach

There are four main approaches to human development: income, welfare, basic needs and capability.

Option (1) Capability Approach — Incorrect. This approach is linked with Prof. Amartya Sen. It focuses on building human capabilities in health, education and access to resources.

Option (2) Welfare Approach — Incorrect. It sees people as beneficiaries of development and asks the government to spend more on education, health and amenities.

Option (3) Income Approach — Incorrect. It is one of the oldest approaches. It links human development with the level of income.

Option (4) Basic Needs Approach — Correct. It was first proposed by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). It identified six basic needs: health, education, food, water supply, sanitation and housing.

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