Theme 6 - Development Flashcards
1
Q
What does HDI stand for?
A
Human Development Idex
2
Q
Which 3 development indicators make up HDI?
A
Life expectancy, Literacy, GNI per capita
3
Q
If a country’s HDI rises/improves what could be happening in the country?
A
Access to education has improved, improved healthcare, vaccinations for young children, status of women has improved
4
Q
What does NGO stand for?
A
Non-governmental organisation (charities)
5
Q
What do we mean by Aid?
A
Projects, technology or funding which helps other people or countries improved their quality of life/standard of living
6
Q
Name 3 NGOs
A
WaterAid, Oxfam, UNICEF
7
Q
What does GDP stand for?
A
Gross Domestic Product
8
Q
What does GDP mean?
A
Wealth per person
9
Q
HDI is scored out of 10. What would a higher number show?
A
A higher standard of living
