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The Kerala Model of Development primarily emphasizes:

AAccelerated industrialization and export-led growth

BMaximizing per capita income above all else

CPrivatization and deregulation of public services

DSocial development through investments in health, education, and welfare programs

Answer:

D. Social development through investments in health, education, and welfare programs

Read Explanation:

  • The model prioritizes social development indicators like health and education rather than focusing solely on economic growth or income maximization


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