Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Development

Question:

When and by whom Human development index was created?

Options:

Prof A. Shaws (1991)

Prof Amartya Sen, 1990

Dr. Mahbub-Ul-Haq, 1990

Prof Amartya Sen 1991

Correct Answer:

Dr. Mahbub-Ul-Haq, 1990

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Dr. Mahbub-Ul-Haq, 1990

The concept of human development was introduced by Dr Mahbub-ul-Haq in 1990. 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.