"Development as Freedom" Quiz
Development as Freedom explores the relationship between economic development and individual freedoms, arguing that development should be understood as the expansion of human capabilities.
economics | 366 pages | Published in NaN
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- What is the central thesis of 'Development as Freedom' by Amartya Sen?
- How does Sen define development?
- Explain Sen's concept of freedom as both means and ends.
- What role does social choice play in Sen's perspective on development?
- Discuss the relationship between economic growth and development according to Sen.
- How does Sen critique the traditional focus on GDP as a measure of development?
- Examine Sen's arguments on the importance of education and healthcare in development.
- Discuss the role of democracy in Sen's understanding of development.
- What are some of the criticisms of Sen's approach to development?
- How does 'Development as Freedom' contribute to the broader discourse on global development?
