Development Economics Muhammad Waqas

BBA-III A & B Submission Date 18th February 2022

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Question 1) Explain the many ways in which developing countries may differ in their economic,
social, and political structures
(Hint: Case Study: 2)
Question 2) Explain the meaning of dualism and dual societies. Do you think that the concept of
dualism adequately portrays the development picture in most developing countries? Explain
your answer.
(Hint: Case Study: 3)
Question 3) Is progress being made in the fight against poverty? Why or why not?
(Hint: Case Study: 5)
Question 4) Outline and comment briefly on the various policy options available to developing
countries’ governments in their attempt to modify or limit the rate of population growth.
(Hint: Case Study: 6)
Question 5)
The informal sector is becoming an ever-larger part of the urban economy. Distinguish between
the urban formal and informal sectors, and discuss both the positive and the negative aspects
of the informal urban labor market.
(Hint: Read Chapter 7 & Case Study: 7)