2.1 The Largest Democracy
federal republic
Who benefits the most from microlending?
The poor, because banks won't lend them money to start or support their business.
What is the Golden Quadrilateral?
A superhighway connecting major cities in India.
define infrastructure, and give an example about India
the basic system that a society needs, such as roads, bridges, and sewers.
What is your example on India?
What is the most critical challenge facing India's government today?
India's growing population
What's the difference between a developing nation and a developed nation?
Developing nations have a low standard of living, less infrastructure, and low per capita GDP (gross domestic product).
People are able to more easily drive to different locations to find work, make more money, and see one another.
define microlending
the practice of making small loans to people starting their own business
How is India's government structure similar to the United States?
Both have three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial
Both have a president
Both are a democracy where people get to vote
What is happening to India's middle class population? Is it increasing, decreasing, or staying the same?
Increasing - due to outsourcing, microlending, improvements in infrastructure, and the fact they speak English
How did the Golden Quadrilateral get its name?
The new road system create a quadrilateral shape as it connects major cities of India.
define developed nations, and give and example of a developed nation
nations with a high per capita Gross Domestic Product
How is the structure of India's government different than the United States?
India has a prime minister
How does outsourcing benefit the Indian economy?
More jobs are being brought to India, so more people are working and making money to spend.
How has the Golden Quadrilateral impacted automobile sales in India?
Automobile sales have increased.
define modernization, and give an example about India
the acceptance and usage of new and current ways or ideas
Why is India considered a democracy?
Because the citizens make decisions either direction or indirectly through elected representatives. The people vote. There's a constitution.
How does the teaching of English in India contribute to the economic growth of India?
It gives all the people a common language that is used by many countries around the world.
That four major cities are connected through the Golden Quadrilateral?
Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, and Kolkata
define outsourcing
the shifting of jobs to workers outside of a company