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Recomended Readings

1. Todaro, M. P., & Smith, S. C. (2020). Economic Development. Pearson UK.

2. Albert O. Hirschman, Rival Views of Market Society and Other Essays.

3. Nurkse, Ragnar (1961). Problems of Capital Formation in Underdeveloped Coun- tries. New York: Oxford University Press.

4. Debraj Ray, Devlopment Economics

Click Here for Reading List of Introductory Development Economics

Introductory Development Economics (Econ – 015) Introduction Video

Chapter 1 : Introducing Economic Development

Lecture 1 : Economic Growth Vs Economic Development

Lecture 2 : Fundamental Questionsata of Growth & Development

Lecture 3 : Living Standards

Chapter 9 : Economic Inequality

Economic Inequality Numerical

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According to Amartya Sen, which of the following is more important than income in assessing individual well-being?

A. Wealth

B. Capabilities

C. Social status

D. Political power

2 / 20

What role does public policy play in Sen’s "Capability" approach?

A. It should primarily aim to increase national income.

B. It should focus on reducing taxes to stimulate growth.

C. It should aim to expand individuals' capabilities and opportunities.

D. It should ensure political stability through law enforcement.

3 / 20

Sen’s "Capability" approach is often contrasted with which traditional economic measure?

A. Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

B. Consumer Price Index (CPI)

C. Unemployment Rate

D. Interest Rates

4 / 20

Which aspect does Sen’s "Capability" approach emphasize when assessing quality of life?

A. Availability of resources

B. Economic growth rates

C. Freedom to achieve various lifestyles

D. Technological advancement

5 / 20

What does Sen mean by "functionings" in his "Capability" approach?

A. The income and wealth of an individual.

B. The states of being and activities that a person can undertake.

C. The educational qualifications of an individual.

D. The societal status of a person.

6 / 20

Why does Sen criticize traditional economic measures like GDP per capita?

A. They do not account for environmental degradation.

B. They do not consider inequalities within a society.

C. They do not reflect individuals' actual capabilities to lead the lives they value.

D. All of the above.

7 / 20

How does Sen’s "Capability" approach view poverty?

A. As a lack of monetary resources.

B. As a failure of government policies.

C. As a deprivation of basic capabilities.

D. As a natural outcome of economic processes.

8 / 20

Sen's "Capability" approach emphasizes the importance of:

A. Only the availability of resources.

B. Only economic development.

C. The opportunities and freedoms people have to achieve well-being.

D. Only technological progress.

9 / 20

What is the core idea of Amartya Sen’s "Capability" approach?

A. Measuring economic growth solely through GDP.

B. Assessing well-being based on individuals' income levels.

C. Evaluating well-being based on individuals' actual capabilities and freedoms.

D. Determining social progress through technological advancements.

10 / 20

What is a key difference between the "Capability" approach and utilitarianism?

A. Utilitarianism focuses on maximizing wealth, while the "Capability" approach focuses on individual freedoms.

B. Utilitarianism focuses on overall happiness, while the "Capability" approach focuses on individual capabilities.

C. Utilitarianism considers income equality, while the "Capability" approach considers income inequality.

D. Utilitarianism focuses on economic outputs, while the "Capability" approach focuses on social inputs.

11 / 20

Which of the following best describes "functionings" in Sen’s approach?

A. The services provided by the government.

B. The activities and states of being that make up a person’s life.

C. The material possessions a person has.

D. The healthcare facilities available in a country.

12 / 20

Which of the following best represents the idea of "capability" in Sen's approach?

A. The amount of money a person has.

B. The education level a person has achieved.

C. The set of valuable doings and beings a person can achieve.

D. The employment status of a person.

13 / 20

In the "Capability" approach, why is access to education considered important?

A. It directly increases income levels.

B. It enhances individuals' capabilities and freedoms.

C. It is a measure of economic productivity.

D. It ensures political stability.

14 / 20

Which of the following best describes "agency" in the context of Sen’s "Capability" approach?

A. The ability to act on behalf of others.

B. The capacity to pursue goals that one values and has reason to value.

C. The ability to accumulate wealth.

D. The function of governmental institutions in policy-making.

15 / 20

Which of the following statements aligns with Sen’s "Capability" approach?

A. Economic growth is the sole indicator of a country's development.

B. Individual freedoms and opportunities are central to evaluating development.

C. The number of consumer goods owned determines well-being.

D. National security is the most important aspect of development.

16 / 20

According to Sen, which of the following is an example of a basic capability?

A. Owning a house

B. Being able to read and write

C. Having a high-paying job

D. Traveling internationally

17 / 20

How does Sen's "Capability" approach address issues of inequality?

A. By focusing on income redistribution.

B. By measuring the overall happiness of a population.

C. By emphasizing the distribution of capabilities and opportunities.

D. By ensuring everyone has the same level of resources.

18 / 20

According to Sen’s "Capability" approach, what is a "capability"?

A. The total wealth a person possesses.

B. The various functions a person can achieve.

C. The skills a person has acquired through education.

D. The potential to earn a high income.

19 / 20

Which of the following is a limitation of focusing solely on resources according to Sen’s "Capability" approach?

A. Resources do not equate to actual freedoms and opportunities.

B. Resources are difficult to measure.

C. Resources are not related to economic growth.

D. Resources are not important for well-being.

20 / 20

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the "Capability" approach?

A. Functionings

B. Capabilities

C. Resources

D. Utility

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Introductory Development Economics ( ECON - 015 )

Join Best Online Coaching for Introductory Development Economics (Econ – 015) for BA Economics (H) Semester V, Delhi University 2026 at Prime Academy under the guidance of our highly experieced teacher Mr. Dheeraj Suri, (an expert faculty teaching Economics for over 25 years).

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The Introductory Development Economics ( ECON – o15 ) Course for BA Economics (H) Semester V, Delhi University, has been taught by Mr. Dheeraj Suri. The Video Lectures are based upon the books prescribed by the University of Delhi. The duration of video lectures is approximately 55 Hours.

💻🎥 Full Course Video Lectures : Unlock the ultimate learning experience with our Full Course Video Lectures that explain every concept clearly and in depth. Our video lectures cover everything —

✅ All theory portions explained in detail ✅ Complete solutions for end-of-chapter questions ✅ Fully solved previous year papers ✅ A huge collection of numerical problems for thorough practice

📚 PDF Notes : You’ll also get Complete Study Material (PDF Notes) packed with:

✅ Key concepts explained in simple language

✅ Previous Year Questions from Last 20 Year Papers

✅ Practice Numericals & MCQs

✅ A curated list of Important Questions for your exams

✍🏻 Live Online Classes : Stay on top of your preparation with Live Online Doubt-Solving Sessions with expert faculty at least twice a week, ensuring you never stay stuck.

✏️📖 Online Discussion Forum : Engage with peers and mentors in our Online Discussion Forum — post queries, share ideas, and learn together.

📝 Mock Test : Test yourself with Regular Mock Tests hosted right on our website to track your progress and improve consistently.

✍🏻Comprehensive Coverage of Syllabus and Exam Oriented Preparation

🎯 This online coaching platform aims to provide a supportive and engaging learning environment for students to achieve academic success and excel in their Economics (Honours) program.

Recomended Readings

1. Todaro, M. P., & Smith, S. C. (2020). Economic Development. Pearson UK.

2. Albert O. Hirschman, Rival Views of Market Society and Other Essays.

3. Nurkse, Ragnar (1961). Problems of Capital Formation in Underdeveloped Coun- tries. New York: Oxford University Press.

4. Debraj Ray, Devlopment Economics

Click Here for Reading List of Introductory Development Economics

Introductory Development Economics (Econ – 015) Introduction Video

Chapter 1 : Introducing Economic Development

Lecture 1 : Economic Growth Vs Economic Development

Lecture 2 : Fundamental Questionsata of Growth & Development

Lecture 3 : Living Standards

Chapter 9 : Economic Inequality

Economic Inequality Numerical

Previous Year Questions (PYQ’s)

PYQ 2024 Q6

PYQ 2024 Q2

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Unit I : Introducing Economic Development : Global Perspective

Chapter 1 : Introducing Economic Development

Number Video Lectures : 2

Duration of Video Lectures : 51 Minutes

Based Upon Chapter 1 Todro M.P. & Smith S. C.

Topics Covered

►Introduction to Some of World’s Biggest Questions,

►How Living Levels Differ Around the World,

►How Countries are Classified by their Average Levels of Development,

►Economics & Development Studies,

►The Meaning of Development,

►Happiness & Development,

►The Sustainable Development Goals,

Chapter 2 : Comparative Economic Development

Number Video Lectures : 2

Duration of Video Lectures : 51 Minutes

Based Upon Chapter 2 Todro M.P. & Smith S. C.

Topics Covered

►Developing Countries,

►Conventional Comparisons of Average National Income,

✅ All theory portions explained in detail
✅ Complete solutions for end-of-chapter questions
✅ Fully solved previous year papers
✅ A huge collection of numerical problems for thorough practice