Development Theory
Development theory encompasses multiple frameworks explaining economic development patterns and proposing strategies for poorer countries to achieve prosperity. Major approaches include Modernisation, Dependency, and World-Systems theories.
Real World
South Korea followed Modernisation Theory's linear path from aid recipient to OECD member in under 40 years, yet critics like Andre Gunder Frank argued this ignored the exploitative trade relationships that kept most developing nations poor.
Exam Focus
For 'evaluate' questions, directly critique each theory's assumptions rather than just describing it — this targets the higher mark bands.
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