Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Development

Question:

Which one of the followings is the concept of Human development as described by Mahbub ul Haq?

Options:

Economic development of human beings

Provision of all the basic facilities by government

People having income to live their lives and support families

Development that enlarges people's choices and improves their lives

Correct Answer:

Development that enlarges people's choices and improves their lives

Explanation:

The concept of human development was introduced by Dr Mahbub-ul-Haq. Dr Haq has described human development as development that enlarges people’s choices and improves their lives. People are central to all development under this concept. These choices are not fixed but keep on changing. The basic goal of development is to create conditions where people can live meaningful lives.