Question

Which of the following statements about the origin and foundational study of the Kerala Model are true?

1. The concept of the 'Kerala model' emerged from a case study conducted by the Centre for Development Studies (CDS) at Thiruvananthapuram in the 1970s.
2. The study that informed the Kerala Model was solely an initiative of the state government without external collaboration.
3. Professor K. N. Raj, a renowned economist, was a central figure behind the study that led to the 'Kerala model' of equitable growth.
4. The CDS study primarily focused on industrialization and infrastructure development in Kerala.

• A. ii, iii
• B. ഇവയൊന്നുമല്ല
• C. i, iii
• D. ii മാത്രം

Answer 1

Answer:

C. i, iii

The foundational study of the Kerala Model was indeed a significant collaborative effort. The Centre for Development Studies (CDS) in Thiruvananthapuram, with support from the United Nations, undertook a comprehensive case study in the 1970s. This research, greatly influenced by the insights of economist K. N. Raj, emphasized key areas like land reforms, poverty reduction, educational access, and child welfare. These focus areas underscored a development approach that prioritized human well-being and equitable distribution over mere economic growth, laying the groundwork for what became known globally as the Kerala Model.