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Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

Human development is the end of all activities, while ____________ is only a means to this end.

  1. economic growth

  2. profit

  3. supply of output

  4. all of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In human development theory, economic growth is viewed as a tool or means to achieve the broader goal of improving human well-being and expanding choices.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

HDI combines economic and ________ indicators.

  1. social

  2. cultural

  3. regional

  4. none of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Human Development Index is a measure of human development over the years which includes per capita income for evaluating the utility which people get from different products, life expectancy which measures the progress made in health and nutrition and educational levels.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

HDI has been disaggregated based on region, race, gender so as to capture all the major dimensions of development.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

While HDI is a useful tool, the standard HDI is not typically disaggregated by race or gender in its primary report format; instead, specific indices like the Gender-related Development Index (GDI) were created for that purpose.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

Which category does India lie in with regards to human development report of countries since 1990?

  1. Medium human development category

  2. Low human development category

  3. High human development category

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India has consistently been classified in the medium human development category in the UNDP Human Development Reports since the 1990s.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

UNDP has also started considering additional dimensions of human development like political and economic participation in decision-making.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The UNDP has expanded its scope over time to include dimensions like political participation, empowerment, and human rights in its broader human development framework.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

UNDP has constructed ______________ so as to reflect inequalities between men and women with regard to life expectancy, knowledge and standard of living. 

  1. Human Poverty Index

  2. Human Development Index (HDI)

  3. Both A & B

  4. Gender-related Development Index
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Gender-related Development Index (GDI) was specifically designed by the UNDP to adjust the HDI for gender inequalities in health, education, and income.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

HDI is ____________ in nature.

  1. one-dimensional

  2. two-dimensional

  3. multidimensional

  4. none of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Human Development Index is a measure of human development over the years which includes per capita income for evaluating the utility which people get from different products, life expectancy which measures the progress made in health and nutrition and educational levels. Thus, it is multidimensional in nature.

Multiple choice economics parameters (indicators) of development human development and human development index (hdi) hdi dynamic of human development

HDI has been able shift the focus of policy-makers on the ultimate objective of development.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

By focusing on health and education alongside income, the HDI has successfully shifted policy focus from purely economic growth to the broader well-being of the population.