Question

Which of the following options was/were expounded by Mahabub Ul Haq as the requisites to enjoy a decent standard of living?

• A. Being literate
• B. Ability to lead a healthy life
• C. Ability to afford basic amenities
• D. Ability to move liberally

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

Ability to afford basic amenities

Inspired by Amartya Sen's definition of human development, Mahabub Ul Haq, a Pakistani economist, emphasised that the most important requisites to have a decent standard of living are the ability to lead a healthy and long life, being literate, and having an income to purchase the basic amenities such as food, shelter, and clothing.