Introduction to the human development and capability approach : freedom and agency
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2009
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IDRC, Ottawa, ON, CA
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The book introduces key concepts of the human development and capability approach. It offers new perspectives on a wide range of topics, which include the conceptualization and measurement of well-being and inequality; the role of markets and economic growth in promoting development; the importance of democracy and public debate; culture and religion; health; equality and justice; and the connections between social and economic policy in addressing poverty and inequality. A set of questions accompanies each chapter for seminar discussion to help readers assimilate central points and apply the approach to diverse realities.
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Co-published with Earthscan
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SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY, ECONOMIC GROWTH, DEMOCRACY, HUMAN BEHAVIOUR, HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, EQUALITY, JUSTICE, GINI COEFFICIENT, GLOBALIZATION, ACCESS TO RESOURCES, INCOME, CAPABILITY APPROACH, ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE, GLOBAL SOUTH