Q. Which of the following human development approaches looks at human beings as beneficiaries or targets of all development activities?

[A] Income approach

[B] Welfare approach

[C] Basic needs approach

[D] Capability approach

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Welfare Approach: This approach looks at human beings as beneficiaries or targets of all development activities.

  • The approach argues for higher government expenditure on education, health, social secondary and amenities.
  • People are not participants in development but only passive recipients.
  • The government is responsible for increasing levels of human development by maximizing expenditure on welfare.

Source: NCERT

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