Question

Who introduced the Human development concept?

• A. Prof. Amartya Sen
• B. Dr. Mahabub-ul-Haq
• C. Ratzel
• D. Ellen C. Semple

Hint:

Remember: Dr. Mahabub-ul-Haq introduced Human Development; Amartya Sen influenced it through his Capability Approach.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Human Development Concept.
The concept of Human Development focuses on enlarging people's choices and improving their well-being by considering not just economic growth but also education, health, and living standards.

Step 2: Contributions of different thinkers.
- (A) Prof. Amartya Sen → Developed the "Capability Approach," which influenced human development theory, but he did not introduce the concept itself.
- (B) Dr. Mahabub-ul-Haq → An economist from Pakistan who introduced the Human Development concept in 1990 in the first Human Development Report published by the UNDP.
- (C) Ratzel → Known as the father of Human Geography, not linked with Human Development concept.
- (D) Ellen C. Semple → An American geographer who contributed to Environmental Determinism, not Human Development.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The Human Development concept was first introduced by Dr. Mahabub-ul-Haq in 1990.
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