Which of the following best explains why a country can have high economic growth but low economic development?

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Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy

ALow GDP growth with high industrial output

BHigh literacy and health standards but low GDP growth

CBalanced growth in GDP and social welfare

DHigh GDP growth with unequal wealth distribution and poor social indicators

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the difference
Economic growth is quantitative GDP increase; development includes social welfare and equality.
Step 2: Analyze scenario
High GDP growth with unequal wealth and poor social indicators means growth without development.
Final Answer:
High GDP growth with unequal wealth distribution and poor social indicators → Option D
Quick Check:
High growth + poor social welfare = low development ✅

Quick Trick: Growth grows numbers; development develops lives

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