LET'S WORK THESE OUT
1. Why do different persons have different notions of development? Which of the following
explanations is more important and why?
(a) Because people are different.
Because life situations of persons are different.
2. Do the following two statements mean the same? Justify your answer.
People have different developmental goals.
(b) People have conflicting developmental goals.
3. Give some examples where factors other than income are important aspects of our lives.
4. Explain some of the important ideas of the above section in your own words.
(a)
Answers
Answer:
Answer:1:
Different persons have different notions of development because life situations of persons are different. Development goals of a girl from all rich urban family will be surely different from a farmer in Rajasthan. It is because their situations, lifestyle and status are very different from each other.
Answer:2:
Both the statements are true but their meanings are different. Two people may have different developmental goals buy they need not always be conflicting.
Answer:3:
Though income is one of the most important aspects of our lives, there are other important things, such as (a) People also seek things like equal treatment, freedom, security and respect. (b) Women need safe and secure environment to take up a variety of Jobs or run a business. (c) People also need political rights.
Answer:4:
The above section is completely based on income and other different goals of people. Everyone has its own goal but besides seeking more and more opportunities to earn they want freedom, respect and security as well.
Explanation:
because life situation of persons are different