Underdevelopment

An analysis on how patriarchy is undermining the growth of women. A case study of The Colour Purple. 1. BACKGROUND Patriarchy is a social system where man holds primary power and predominant moral authority, social privileges and political power. The fathers exercise power over his wife and children. Patriarchy is undermining women’s growth economically and socially there by impacting the growth and development of the country at large Despite the economic social and developmental achievements…

In this review, I examine existing literature on the nature of the relationship between colonial legacies and economic development. What the literature collectively points out is that colonialism did bring some benefits in terms of technology, peace and an access to and implantation of modern institutions. Yet little attempt was really made to make such benefits endure, and many were restricted to the colonial period. They also brought racism, discrimination, inequality (as a part of their…

In the United States alone, one in twenty-six people will be diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime. This means that around 150,000 people find out each year they are afflicted with this disorder. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder caused by malfunctioning nerve cells within the brain and nervous system. Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy (JME) is a variation of this disorder, appearing mainly in children ages 12 to 18. This disorder is caused when the ion channels in the nerves cells that regulate…

Sara Alqhtani May 13, 2015 ECON 420 Environment and Development Economists and environmental scientists conflict over the chronic issues of environment and developments. The objectives of economic development/growth often clash with ecological fortification and sustainability goals. Accordingly, scientists have generated a huge research body over the years regarding the cultural, philosophical, economic, political, physical, and social ecological implications of the effects of economic…

Marxism is described as a technique of socioeconomic examination analyzing relations between classes and conflicts in the society concerning the material description of development history and dialectical view of societal alteration. “Marxism is a social, political, and economic philosophy that examines the effect of capitalism on labor, productivity, and economic development” (Marxism, n.d.). The theory originated from the works of Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx. Initially, Marxism applied…

As a concept, Development has been exported to third world countries uncontested. Many theories have been advanced to support the achievement of development goals such as the modernisation, structuralist, and Participatory approaches. Although these school of thoughts originated from different points in history and have polarised ideas on how development can be achieved, they all inherently accept that development is the solution to the challenges affecting third world countries. This question…

then true African Renaissance will be realized.” (Jacobs & Calland 2002: 258) The second issue is addressing Africa’s poverty. Mbeki believes that the focus should not be on reducing poverty but rather to eradicate it completely. To address underdevelopment, Mbeki (2013) emphasises that infrastructure needs to be advanced, “not only for energy and transport but also set up schools and…

2.2.4 Factors influencing the practice of FGM. Different races and cultures have a variety of reasons for carrying out FGM. In West Africa, this may be related to different ethnic and tribal cultures, family relations, tribal connections, class, economic and social circumstances, and education etc. (Ahmadi &Amir, 2013). Amongst the factors that encourage families to circumcise their daughters is the family’s concern about the girl’s inability to marry if she is not circumcised (Dorkenoo, 1995).…

Introduction The purpose of this essay is to discuss what the “peaceful rise” means to the Chinese, and why it is the best course of action for China. This essay begins by addressing the historical and traditional concepts that have influenced China’s “peaceful rise.” Next, the essay discusses why a “peaceful rise” is currently the most prudent path for China. Finally, this essay briefly looks at the argument of whether or not China’s rise is peaceful, and its implications. This essay will show…

2.Countries in the Sahel region face various challenges. Among these challenges frequent climate change, desertification, deforestation, frequent food crises, extreme poverty, rapid population growth are the main ones. Basides to the natural problem of the region some other problems such as ethnic centrism, fragile governance, corruption, unresolved internal tensions, violent extremism and radicalization, illegal trafficking and terrorist-linked security threats affects the peace and security of…