3. Human Development
Growth and development are integral concepts in understanding human progress. Growth refers to quantitative changes, while development denotes qualitative improvements in quality of life. Human development emphasizes individual capabilities and choices, guided by frameworks developed by scholars like Mahbub-ul-Haq and Amartya Sen, focusing on equity, sustainability, productivity, and empowerment.
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What we have learnt
- Growth is a quantitative measure, while development is qualitative.
- Human development is centered around enhancing people's choices and improving their lives.
- Equity, sustainability, productivity, and empowerment are the four pillars of human development.
Key Concepts
- -- Human Development Index (HDI)
- A composite index measuring average achievement in three basic aspects of human development: health, education, and standard of living.
- -- Sustainability
- The ability to maintain essential capabilities and resources for future generations.
- -- Empowerment
- The process of enhancing the capacity of individuals or groups to make choices and transform those choices into desired actions and outcomes.
- -- Equity
- The principle of fairness in access to opportunities regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status.
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