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Introduction to the Human Development and Capability Approach

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Capability Approach
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Civil Society
development economics
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Gender Equality
George Psacharopoulos
global case studies
Good Life
HDI
Headcount Ratio
Held
Human Development Approach
Human Development Perspective
Human Security
IMF
inequality measurement
Keynes
Lorenz Curves
Multi-dimensional Poverty
multidimensional poverty assessment
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participatory democracy
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Poverty Measurement
public policy analysis
social justice theory
UN
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Product details

  • ISBN 9781844078059
  • Weight: 720g
  • Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
  • Publication Date: 28 Aug 2009
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Hardback
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Description

Aimed at undergraduates and post-graduates in the social sciences, as well as development practitioners, this textbook provides an introduction to the human development and capability approach; it also clarifies key concepts and fosters debate on a number of critical issues. The book offers new perspectives on a wide range of topics, which include the conceptualisation 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.

Case studies from across the world are used to illustrate concepts and highlight the relevance of the approach in addressing contemporary development challenges. A set of questions accompanies each chapter for seminar discussion to help readers assimilate central points and apply the approach to diverse realities.

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the human development and capability approach for students and practitioners world-wide.
About

Severine Deneulin is Lecturer in International Development at the University of Bath.

Lila Shahani is Editor for the Special Unit for South-South Cooperation at UNDP.