Impact of Economic Development on Quality of Life in India Flashcards
How has India’s life expectancy changed due to economic development (statistic)?
Life expectancy has increased from 65 years in 2005 to 72.2 years in 2024.
How has access to clean water improved in India?
Before the Clean India Campaign, only 39% of households had access to toilets; now, 110 million toilets have been built.
What is the Human Development Index (HDI)?
HDI is a measure of development combining life expectancy, education levels, and GNI per capita.
How has India’s HDI changed?
India’s HDI has risen to 0.647, showing improvements in health, education, and income.
What percentage of Indians now have access to electricity?
Over 96% of Indian households have electricity access, compared to 75% in 2000.
What is a major housing problem in India’s cities?
Many people in urban areas live in slums due to a housing shortage and rapid urbanization.
How has India’s education system improved?
Literacy rates have increased to 74%, and school enrollment has grown due to government programs.
How have wages changed due to economic growth in India?
The daily minimum wage in India has increased by 42 rupees since 2010.
What is the main challenge of improving quality of life in India?
Economic growth is uneven, with rural areas lagging behind cities in infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
What negative impact has industrialization had on workers?
Some industries expose workers to hazardous conditions, such as the Unilever mercury contamination case, which harmed employees.
