Anthropology of Development – MCQs

1. What does the term “Anthropology of Development” primarily focus on?
(A) Biological evolution of humans
(B) Cultural traditions
(C) Socio-economic development processes
(D) Archaeological discoveries

2. Which anthropologist is known for criticizing the development discourse in his work “Encountering Development”?
(A) Clifford Geertz
(B) Arturo Escobar
(C) Bronisław Malinowski
(D) Julian Steward

3. What is the main critique of development projects from anthropologists?
(A) They are too fast
(B) They are led by non-governmental organizations
(C) They often ignore local culture and knowledge
(D) They are always successful

4. Which approach views development as a form of Western domination?
(A) Modernization theory
(B) Dependency theory
(C) Post-development theory
(D) Structural functionalism

5. Modernization theory assumes:
(A) Traditional societies are inferior
(B) All societies follow the same path to development
(C) Global capitalism is harmful
(D) Culture should be prioritized over economy

6. Which of the following is a method commonly used in the anthropology of development?
(A) Laboratory experiment
(B) Statistical regression
(C) Participant observation
(D) Radiocarbon dating

7. James Ferguson’s book “The Anti-Politics Machine” critiques:
(A) The UN’s role in war
(B) Anthropology’s focus on archaeology
(C) Development as depoliticizing governance
(D) Indigenous cultural practices

8. Participatory development emphasizes:
(A) Military enforcement
(B) Top-down planning
(C) Community involvement
(D) Private sector dominance

9. Dependency theory suggests that underdevelopment is caused by:
(A) Internal cultural barriers
(B) Geography
(C) Exploitation by developed nations
(D) Lack of education

10. Which organization is often critiqued by anthropologists for imposing Western development models?
(A) World Health Organization
(B) International Red Cross
(C) International Monetary Fund
(D) Green Peace