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“In the last analysis, human security means a child who did not die, a disease that did not spread, an ethnic tension that did not explode, a dissident who was not silenced, a human spirit that was not crushed.”

Quote by Mahbub ul Haq

Book:Human development in South Asia: concepts, concerns, agenda for action

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Human development in South Asia: concepts, concerns, agenda for action

The book delves into the concepts and concerns surrounding human development in South Asia. It examines the theoretical underpinnings of development and addresses specific issues affecting the region. It also offers a comprehensive agenda for action to guide policymakers and stakeholders in promoting sustainable human development. more

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Mahbub ul Haq was an outstanding economist known for his research on poverty and development. Born on February 22, 1934, and passing away on July 16, 1998, Professor Haq had a significant impact in the field of economics, particularly in South Asia. more

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