World development Flashcards
Definition of world development
The process by which countries and regions improve the well-being of their people, focusing on social, economic and political changes. Includes raising living standards, improving healthcare and education and increasing access to basic needs. Also means reducing poverty and equality and creating opportunities for all people to live better lives.
Indicators to measure development
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Life Expectancy
Infant Mortality Rate
Literacy Rate:
Access to Clean Water and Sanitation
MEDC and LEDC definitions + examples
MEDCs: These countries have high levels of industrialisation, wealth, and well-established infrastructure (e.g., roads, electricity, hospitals). Examples include the United States, Japan, and Germany.
LEDCs: These countries are still working to improve their economy and infrastructure.
They often have higher rates of poverty, lower literacy rates, and limited access to healthcare and education. Examples include India, Kenya, and Brazil.
Poverty definition
the condition of not having enough resources (like money, food, or education) to meet basic needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare.
How does poverty affect development?
Limiting access to education,
Preventing access to healthcare
Contributing to inequality
Stopping individuals and communities from reaching their full potential,
Education “definition”
a key factor in development because it empowers people to improve their lives. It provides the skills and knowledge necessary for better job opportunities, higher incomes, and healthier lifestyles.
How does education affect development?
Helps reduce poverty
Improves healthcare
Strengthens economies
Promotes gender equality
Healthcare definition
plays a crucial role in development because healthy people are more productive and capable of contributing to the economy.
How does healthcare affect development?
Reduces mortality rates
Increases life expectancy
Prevents the spread of diseases
Supports better quality of life
Global inequality definition
the unequal distribution of wealth, resources, and opportunities between different countries and people.
What forms can global inequality take?
Economic Inequality
Social Inequality:
Political Inequality
How does global inequality affect development?
Limiting the opportunities for poorer countries to catch up with wealthier ones.
Creating barriers to education, healthcare, and jobs for people in low-income countries.
Encouraging migration from poorer areas to wealthier ones, leading to overcrowding and social tensions.
Sustainable development definition
meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
What does sustainable development focus on?
Environmental Sustainability:
Economic Sustainability:
Social Sustainability:
How can countries reduce poverty and improve development?
Investing in Education:
Improving Healthcare
Promoting Economic Growth
Reducing Inequality
Supporting Sustainable Practices
What can countries do by working together?
Share knowledge, technology, and resources to address global challenges.
Provide financial aid
Promote peace and security
Support global agreements
What are the challenges to world development
Conflict and War
corruption
Limited Resources
Globalisation
