Planning Theory 1
PTY510S
Question 1
(a) Briefly discuss the importance of planning theories. In addition, include an appropriate
example to strengthen your discussion.
(7)
(b) Define a development theory.
(3)
(c) Provide a clear distinction between the core values of development.
(6)
(d) What are the three general functions of social indicators?
(3)
[19]
Question 2
(a) ClassicTheories of Economic Development involves four Approaches to explain development/
underdevelopment. Briefly differentiate between these approaches.
(9)
(b) Briefly explain three important implications of modernisation for rural centre planning and
development.
(4)
(c) Describe four hypotheses to examine the Third World Development as part of dependency
theory.
(9)
(d) What should periphery countries do to overcome the World System Theory (WST)? Provide
at least four discussion points.
(8)
[30]
Question 3
Provide a clear distinction between three trilemmas (options) governments are likely to
face concerning the Developmental State. (Smarks x3)
(15)
[15]
Question 4
(a) Define Regional polarisation.
(2)
(b) Based on assignment presentations in class and discussion, provide at least five negative
impacts of introducing growth pole theory to the region of your choice.
(4)
[6]
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June 2022