EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

EDUCATION UGC NET

PSYCHOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is meant by development?
A
It is the growth of heart, brain and muscles.
B
It is improvement of the ability.
C
It is the quantitative change of the child.
D
it is a complex process of integrating many structures and functions.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Human development is a complex process that cannot be compartmentalised into any one domain. All are intrinsically interwoven and development in one area impacts on development in other areas. Human development is a process that encompasses many different developmental domains.

Detailed explanation-2: -Development is a complex process because it involves many factors. Development cannot be at the cost of compromising the rights of the people, destroying environment etc. Even if a recourse is identified, one has to have the technology and awareness about it. Else, it could be detrimental to humans.

Detailed explanation-3: -Human development is complex and can be divided into four dimensions: Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social (Table 14-2). Although each dimension concentrates on a particular aspect of development, all of them are closely intertwined.

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