Assess the international strategies used to reduce uneven development.

Assess = Determine the significance of different factors and justify your reasoning. State which factor is the most important and why.

Spend at least 10 minutes answering this question, your answer should state and explain at least 2 different strategies and then assess why one is more effective than the other. Use examples and facts where possible. Immersive Reader
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Why is the world unevenly developed?

There are many factors which lead to, and have led to, the world being unevenly developed. From historical human factors such as conflict (war) and political instability, to physical factors such as climate, relief and natural hazards. It is important to recognise and understand the range of geo-political factors, such as global trade, which is one of the most important issues affecting a country’s development today.

India is an example of a newly industrialised country (NIC). Each year thousands of people move to the city of Mumbai from rural areas. Mumbai is an important trading city within India and its trading bloc. Many large multi-national companies are located here, such as Coca-Cola and Tata Steel. These provide employment and generate income across the region.

People move to Mumbai because the city has lots of pull factors. People think that the city will provide lots of opportunities such as:

social - better housing and services, eg healthcare and education

economic - more jobs and higher wages

environmental - better living conditions with a safer environment (less chance of natural disasters)

People who move think that they will have a better quality of life. However, cities such as Mumbai face lots of challenges, and the people who move there do not always have a better quality of life. Some of the challenges they may face include:

social - poor housing conditions and crime

economic - low wages or unemployment

environmental - polluted drinking water and a lack of sanitation

Explanation:

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