2021 · Q40
Which one of the following approaches of human development was initially proposed by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and emphasised on health, education, food, water supply, sanitation and housing ?
General KnowledgeIndian Economy
- AWelfare approach
- BBasic needs approach
- CIncome approach
- DCapability approach
Explanation
The basic-needs approach to human development, initially proposed by the International Labour Organisation at the 1976 World Employment Conference, defines development in terms of minimum requirements such as health, education, food, water supply, sanitation and housing. The capability approach is Amartya Sen's, while the welfare and income approaches are distinct frameworks. The ILO-originated approach is the basic-needs approach.