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Question
Who, among the following economists created the Human Development Index in the year 1990?
Options
Prof. Amartya Sen
Dr. Manmohan Singh
Dr. Mahbub-ul-Haq
Ellen C. Semple
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Solution
Dr. Mahbub-ul-Haq
Explanation:
The concept of human development was introduced by Dr Mahbub-ul-Haq. Dr Haq has described human development as development that enlarges people’s choices and improves their lives.
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| Census | Total population | Growth Rate* | |
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| 1901 | 238396327 | ___________ | ________ |
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| 1921 | 251321213 | (−) 772117 | (−) 0.31 |
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