Global Development Issues (AQA A-Level Sociology): Quizzes
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What defines NGOs in terms of their operation?
What defines NGOs in terms of their operation?
They operate independently of govt control
What is the first stage in the evolution of NGO involvement in development work?
What is the first stage in the evolution of NGO involvement in development work?
Relief and aid
Why have NGOs shifted focus from emergency response to long-term planning?
Why have NGOs shifted focus from emergency response to long-term planning?
To tackle root causes of poverty
According to Robbins (2005), what has helped NGOs organise campaigns and coordinate activities?
According to Robbins (2005), what has helped NGOs organise campaigns and coordinate activities?
The internet
Why are NGOs less susceptible to corruption than governments?
Why are NGOs less susceptible to corruption than governments?
They don't face same political constraints
What does the World Bank specifically provide to help developing countries?
What does the World Bank specifically provide to help developing countries?
Grants & loans for infrastructure projects
When were Structural Adjustment Programmes (SAPs) introduced?
When were Structural Adjustment Programmes (SAPs) introduced?
Early 1980s
Which condition is part of SAPs requirements?
Which condition is part of SAPs requirements?
Privatisation of state-owned industries
What replaced SAPs since 1999?
What replaced SAPs since 1999?
Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs)
According to Hong (2000), what problem resulted from low wages under SAPs?
According to Hong (2000), what problem resulted from low wages under SAPs?
Increased poverty
Which country experienced social unrest in the 1990s due to problems caused by SAPs?
Which country experienced social unrest in the 1990s due to problems caused by SAPs?
Sierra Leone
According to Contreras (1987), how can TNCs benefit developing countries?
According to Contreras (1987), how can TNCs benefit developing countries?
Through technology transfer