Which of the following statement (s) is/are NOT true about human development?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option 3: People's choices are fixed and remain constant.
This statement is NOT true about human development because the concept of human development emphasizes that people’s choices are dynamic and keep expanding with improvements in education, healthcare, income, and opportunities.
NCERT: " 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. A meaningful life is not just a long one. It must be a life with some purpose. This means that people must be healthy, be able to develop their talents, participate in society and be free to achieve their goals."