By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: August 6, 2024
What is the main focus of development studies?
a) The historical evolution of economic systems
b) The processes and policies aimed at improving the quality of life in societies
c) The analysis of environmental changes
d) The study of cultural practices in isolated communities
Answer: b) The processes and policies aimed at improving the quality of life in societies
Which perspective emphasizes the role of economic growth and industrialization in development?
a) Human Development Perspective
b) Modernization Theory
c) Postcolonial Theory
d) Dependency Theory
Answer: b) Modernization Theory
What does ‘human development’ focus on in the context of development studies?
a) The economic metrics of growth and wealth accumulation
b) The improvement of individual capabilities and quality of life
c) The distribution of resources among different regions
d) The preservation of traditional cultural practices
Answer: b) The improvement of individual capabilities and quality of life
Which theory argues that development is hindered by the historical exploitation of developing countries by developed nations?
a) Human Development Theory
b) Modernization Theory
c) Dependency Theory
d) World Systems Theory
Answer: c) Dependency Theory
What is a key critique of the ‘Modernization Theory’?
a) It overemphasizes the role of technology and ignores social factors
b) It promotes the idea that all societies are on the same path of development
c) It neglects the impact of historical and global inequalities on development
d) It focuses solely on environmental sustainability
Answer: c) It neglects the impact of historical and global inequalities on development
Which perspective focuses on the power dynamics and inequalities between developed and developing nations in the global economy?
a) Human Development Perspective
b) Neoliberalism
c) World Systems Theory
d) Postcolonial Theory
Answer: c) World Systems Theory
What is the primary aim of ‘Participatory Development’?
a) To impose development policies from the top down
b) To involve local communities actively in the planning and implementation of development projects
c) To focus exclusively on economic indicators of development
d) To promote international aid without local involvement
Answer: b) To involve local communities actively in the planning and implementation of development projects
Which theory emphasizes the importance of cultural and social factors in the development process?
a) Human Development Theory
b) Structural Functionalism
c) Postcolonial Theory
d) Social Capital Theory
Answer: d) Social Capital Theory
What does ‘sustainable development’ aim to achieve?
a) Rapid industrialization at the expense of environmental concerns
b) Economic growth with minimal regard for future generations
c) Development that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
d) Short-term economic gains without considering social impacts
Answer: c) Development that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Which perspective critiques traditional development models for failing to address the power imbalances and cultural contexts of local populations?
a) Neoliberalism
b) Human Development Perspective
c) Postcolonial Theory
d) Modernization Theory
Answer: c) Postcolonial Theory