Th4.3: HDI Disadvantages Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four disadvantages of HDI?
A
issues with the figures
equality of income
other factors
only an indicator
2
Q
Issues with the figures
A
however there are some issues with the figures - heath takes no notice of the quality of life that people enjoy and education doesn’t take into account the quality and success of education
3
Q
Equality of income
A
there is no consideration for the equality of income
4
Q
Other factors
A
there are also other factors which affect development e.g freedom from corruption or the environment
5
Q
Only an indicator
A
it is only an indicator and not a precise measure so should not be expected to be perfect
