Question

What is a criticism often raised against the Kerala Model of Development?

• A. It focuses too much on industrialization.
• B. It neglects healthcare and education.
• C. It faces fiscal challenges due to excessive spending.
• D. It has limited industrial growth and job opportunities.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. It has limited industrial growth and job opportunities.

Kerala model of Development

• The Kerala model refers to the practices adopted by the Indian state of Kerala to further human development.
• It is characterised by results showing strong social indicators when compared to the rest of the country such as :
• • High literacy 
  • High life expectancy rate
  • Highly improved access to healthcare
  • Low infant mortality and birth rates.
• Despite having a lower per capita income, the state is sometimes compared to developed countries.
• Kerala Model has been praised for its achievements in human development and social indicators though it is often criticised for limited industrial growth and job opportunities

Limited industrial growth and job opportunities in Kerala model of Development

• One of the primary criticisms of the Kerala Model is that it has not witnessed significant industrial growth compared to some other Indian states.
• Kerala's industrial sector remains relatively small and lacks the diversity and scale seen in states with a more industrialized focus.
• The limited growth of heavy industries and manufacturing in Kerala has been associated with a perceived lack of job opportunities in these sectors.
• While the state has made significant progress in sectors like healthcare, education, and services, it has not been as successful in creating employment opportunities in manufacturing and heavy industries.