Asked by Aubree Mosher on May 18, 2024

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According to the research of Nobel Prize winner Amartya Sen,famine is not caused by underproduction or overproduction of food but by:

A) hoarding
B) lack of food
C) poor quality of food
D) poor sanitation
E) inequality of access to food

Amartya Sen

An Indian economist and philosopher, born in 1933, who is known for his work on welfare economics, social choice theory, and economic and social justice.

Famine

An extreme scarcity of food that leads to widespread hunger, malnutrition, and mortality in a population.

Inequality of Access

The uneven distribution of resources or opportunities to utilize services or goods among different populations or groups.

  • Gain insight into how social inequalities influence the accessibility of resources, including food.
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Stephanie StramelMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
According to Amartya Sen's research, famine is primarily caused by an inequality of access to food. This means that while there may be enough food produced, not everyone has equal access to it due to various social, economic, and political factors. Therefore, choice E is the best answer.