Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Development

Question:
Which of the following is the basic goal of development?
Options:
to create conditions where people can live meaningful lives
to create conditions where people can live comfortable lives.
to create conditions where people can live meaningful and comfortable lives.
to create conditions where people can live meaningful, prosperous and comfortable lives.
Correct Answer:
to create conditions where people can live meaningful 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. 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.