Development Dynamics Flashcards
What is GDP per capita?
Goods and services divided by the population
Why do LEDC’s have more younger people?
They have no contraception
Why does climate affect a countries development?
No crops will grow which means people will go hungry and no money can be made by selling them
How does neo-colonialism affect a counties development?
After independence is gained, the country will become reliant
What are the 5 stages of the Rostow model?
Traditional society Pre conditions for take-off Take-off The drive to maturity Mass consumption
What is globalisation?
The process of countries becoming more integrated due to TNC’s and Governments
What is a top-down project?
A large project that is very expensive aiming to solve a big problem, benefiting the country
What is a bottom-up project?
A small, cheap project that helps locals that will benefit the country in the long term
What are NGO’s?
Non profit groups like charities e.g Oxfam
What are IGO’s
Made up of governments and countries e.g The World Bank
INDIA CASE STUDY FACTS
- 28% of the population are young (under 14)
- Life expectancy increased to 68
- Has 4 megacities
- 33% of population live in urban areas
How can rapid development lead to impacts on the environment?
Higher consumption of fossil fuels and more factories and cars are all releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Urban sprawl can lead to land and water pollution
MAHARASHTRA FACTS
- 45% of people in Maharashtra live in urban areas
- GDP per capita is $2561
- Literacy rate of 83%
How does topography affect a countries development
If the land is too steep, not many crops will grow. This means people will be malnourished and also can’t make money from selling excess food.
What is neo-colonialism?
Where rich countries control LEDC’s indirectly
