Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Development

Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about the work of Prof Amartya Sen?
Options:
Prof Amartya Sen saw an increase in freedom (or decrease in unfreedom) as the main objective of development.
His work explores the role of social and political institutions and processes in increasing freedom.
Both 1 and 2
None of the above.
Correct Answer:
Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
Prof Amartya Sen saw an increase in freedom (or decrease in unfreedom) as the main objective of development. Interestingly, increasing freedoms is also one of the most effective ways of bringing about development. His work explores the role of social and political institutions and processes in increasing freedom.