Description : HDI (Human Development Index) as an indicator of the well-being of a country, was the brain child of: A. Amartya Sen B. Javier Pere de Guellar C. Adam Smith D. Mahbub-ul-Haq
Last Answer : ANSWER: D
Description : Human Development Index was developed by : (1) Amartya Sen (2) Mahbub-ul-Haq (3) Friedman (4) Montek Singh
Last Answer : (2) Mahbub-ul-Haq Explanation: The origins of the Human Development Index (HDI) are found in the annual Human Development Reports of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). These ... Haq brought together a group of well-known development economists including: Paul Streeten, Frances Stewart.
Description : Human Development Index was developed by : (1) Amartya Sen (3) Friedman (2) Mahbub-ul-Haq (4) Montek Singh
Last Answer : Mahbub-ul-Haq
Description : In 452 innings of 463 ODI matches with the average of 44.83 and strike rate of 86.23, ______ claimed 18426 runs and became highest scorer. A. Mohammad Yousuf B. Inzamam-ul-Haq C. Sachin Tendulkar D. Rickey Ponting
Last Answer : ANSWER: C
Description : In 452 innings of 463 ODI matches with the average of 44.83 and strike rate of 86.23, ______ claimed 18426 runs and became highest scorer. A. Sachin Tendulkar B. Rickey Ponting C. Inzamam-ul-Haq D. Mohammad Yousuf
Last Answer : ANSWER: A
Description : Who was the first person to hold the post of Chief Executive of Pakistan? A. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah B. Liaqat Ali Khan C. Zia-ul-Haq D. Pervez Musharraf
Description : Pakistan Resolution was presented by: A. Liaqat Ali Khan B. Muhammad Ali Johar C. Fazal ul Haq D. Nawab Mohsin Al Malik
Description : Who was the American Ambassador who died along with President Zia-ul-Haq, in a plane crash in 1988? A. Tom Simon B. Robert Milam C. Arnold Raphael D. John Wolf
Description : Who was the American Ambassador who died along with President Zia-ul-Haq, in a plane crash in 1988? 83 A. Tom Simon B. Robert Milam C. Arnold Raphael D. John Wolf
Description : The concept of HDI was popularized by a. Morris D Morris b. Adam Smith c. Keynes d. Mahbub Ul Haq
Last Answer : d. Mahbub Ul Haq The concept developed in the 1990s. It has 3 important parameters- life expectancy, education achievement index and standard of living index.
Description : How many parts did Dr. Muhammad Enamul Haq divide the Middle Ages ?
Last Answer : Dr. Muhammad Enamul Haq has divided the Middle Ages into three parts.
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Description : Define the term Human Development? Why is human development necessary? Explain any four reasons. -Geography
Last Answer : (a) Human Development is the development that enlarges people's choices and improves their lives. This concept was introduced by Dr. Mahbub-ul-Haq. (b) (i) People are central to all ... there is an addition to the existing conditions. Development will occur when positive change growth take place.
Description : Write the two important indices which are used by the UNDP to measure human development. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) The Human Development index. (ii) Human Poverty index
Description : Explain the concept Of ‘equity’ and ‘sustainability’ as the pillars of human development. -Geography
Last Answer : Equity: Equity refers to making equal access to opportunities available to every body. It must be equal irrespective of their gender, race, income and in the Indian case, caste. ... generations. Each generation must ensure the availability of choices and opportunities to its future generations.
Description : Name the two South Asian economists who worked together to bring out the initial Human Development Report. -Geography
Last Answer : Dr. Mahbub-ul-Haq and Dr. Amartya Sen.
Description : Explain any three features of Welfare Approach to ‘Human Development’. -Geography
Last Answer : Importance of welfare approach: (i) It looks at human beings as beneficiaries or targets of all development activities. (ii) It argues for higher government expenditure on education ... the government is responsible for increasing levels of human development by maximising expenditure on welfare.
Description : The concept of Human Development was developed by_____ -Geography
Last Answer : Dr. Mahbub ul Haq
Description : ‘Some countries of the world have a high Human Development Index’. Try to find out reasons for such a scenario. -Geography
Last Answer : The reasons why some countries of the world have a high Human Development Index are: (a) Pattern of government expenditure on the social sector, that is, how much is being spent ... in these countries is not very high. Providing education and healthcare is an important government priority.
Description : Explain any three approaches to study Human Development in the world. -Geography
Last Answer : There are many ways of looking at the problem of human development Income approach - Oldest approach; Human Development is seen as being linked to income. The idea is that the level of income ... in the areas of health, education and access to resources is the key to increasing human development.
Description : Why is an oil refinery located either close to an oil field or in a coastal city ? Name one oil refinery in the private sector. -Geography
Last Answer : Oil refinery is located close to the oil fields so that crude oil can be brought to the refineries easily. Since two third of the petroleum is imported, the refineries are located near the coastal areas. Oil refinery in the private sector: Reliance Petroleum Ltd. in Jamnagar.
Description : When and where was first oil field in India discovered? -Geography
Last Answer : Petroleum is the second most important energy resource after coal in India. Digboi in Assam also known as the Oil City is the oldest oil-producing centre in India. Crude oil was first discovered here in ... here as early as 1901. The first oil well was also drilled here and is still in operation.
Description : What are some good resources for studying the role of climate and geography in the development of civilizations?
Last Answer : Any AP World History text because that is one of the themes discussed. I like Traditions and Encounters” by Bentley & Ziegler. You might want to buy it used or borrow it because new it’s about $250. But here’s a hint: waterways and trade routes.
Description : Why do Mexico and other countries in Central America lag behind in industrial development? -Geography
Last Answer : They lag behind in industrial development because most of these countries are small and do not have adequate power resources and raw materials needed for industrial development.
Description : What are the factors that contribute for the development of industries? -Geography
Last Answer : 1. mineral wealth 2. agricultural development 3. progress in science and technology 4. availability of capital 5. a wide market are some of the important factors for the development of industries.
Description : “Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for the fast development.” Express your views in favour of this statement. -Geography
Last Answer : Importance of efficient means of transport for the development is to be explained as: (i) People need transportation to supply goods and services from one place to another. (ii) Movement of goods ... a country depends upon the production of goods and services as well as their movement over space.
Description : Mention two reasons for the development of the Bengaluru-Tamil Nadu Industrial Region. -Geography
Last Answer : Bengaluru - Tamil Nadu Industrial Region has experienced the fastest industrial growth in the post-independence era as : 1. This region is dominated by the cotton textile industry but, over ... climate and proximity to vast local markets have favored the concentration of industries in this region.
Description : Give three reasons to explain the development of sugar industry in Maharashtra. -Geography
Last Answer : Maharashtra is the most important state where sugarcane cultivation and sugar mills are integrated in co-operative system. In fact, Maharashtra has emerged as India's largest producer of sugar, producing ... Longer crushing period of 162 days. 3. Close proximity of mills to the growing areas
Description : Explain giving two reasons why there is a need for planned development for a country like India. -Geography
Last Answer : There is a need for planned development for a country like India due to 1. Rapidly increasing population and pressure on physical resources. 2. Growing demand for food and other ... parts of India. 4. Economic progress, social advancement, political development and environment preservation.
Description : Mention any two factors which have influenced the development of the Electronic City of Bengaluru. -Geography
Last Answer : Factors that influenced the development of the Electronic city of Bengaluru are : 1. The incentives by the state and central government. 2. The strategic location of the city in the ... number of Indian, foreign and multinational companies have invested large sums of money to nourish industries.
Description : What is meant by development ? What is the geographer’s perspective to development ? -Geography
Last Answer : Development implies overall improvement in economic, social and political conditions of a society. It is not only area-specific but also time-specific. Geographer's conceptualization of ... integrating discipline and offers a unique synthesis of development of natural and human resources.
Description : (i) Define sustainable development. (ii) Mention any two reasons for low percentage of area sown more than once in India. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. (ii) Low percentage of area sown more ... once is due to infertile soils, lack of moisture and not much use of fertilizers and manures.
Description : Explain the relationship between transport and industrial development. -Geography
Last Answer : Transport and Industry are closely related to each other. Cheap and efficient transport is essential for localization and growth of industries. Transporting facilities are required for carrying raw ... ports were connected with their surrounding areas by a close network of roads and railways,
Description : Mention three factors which have influenced the development of the Electronic City of Bengaluru. -Geography
Last Answer : Three factors which have influenced the development of electronic city of Bengaluru are : 1. The incentives by the state and central governments. 2. The strategic location of the city in ... multinational companies have invested a huge sum of money to nourish electronic industries in this city.
Description : Discuss the role of communication as an infrastructural resource in the country’s development. -Geography
Last Answer : The communication system contributes to the development of the economy, social relationship and also helps in promoting cultural unity. In the event of any calamity, accident or emergency, instant means of ... flash the news across the globe so that relief can be rushed to the spot immediately.
Description : Why does the need for the development of a region arise ? Give any three points in support of your answer. -Geography
Last Answer : The development of a region is required to improve economic, social, political and environmental conditions of the society present in the region. The development helps to increase general productivity ... income, efficiency of a worker, elimination of poverty and improvement in quality of life.
Description : (i) Why is there a need for environmental management ? (ii) What is meant by sustainable development ? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) There is a need for environmental management because environmental problems are becoming serious due to increasing population, industrialization, urbanization and poor management procedures. In the ... the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Description : What is understood by the term market gardening? State a reason for its development in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Market gardening is a section of agriculture in which fruits and vegetables are grown mainly for market purpose. It is relatively a small- scale production and directly sold to consumers ... range of horticultural crops like fruits, vegetables, ornamental crops, medicinal crops and aromatic plants.
Description : Explain the following levels of planning in the regional economical development: -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Block Level Planning: In block-level planning, each district is divided into blocks consisting of about 100 villages with a population of about 60,000. This planning was aimed at ... secondly, the block level is Panchayat Samiti and thirdly the district level is called Zila Parishad.