Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Amartya Sen saw an increase in freedom as the main objective of growth.
2. His work explores the role of social and political institutions and processes in increasing freedom.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2
Notes: Nobel Laureate Prof Amartya Sen saw an increase in freedom (or decrease in unfreedom) as the main objective of development. Interestingly, increasing freedom is also one of the most effective ways of bringing about development. His work explores the role of social and political institutions and processes in increasing freedom.