Beyond Economic Growth – Understanding Multidimensional Development. This foundational chapter explores the multifaceted concept of development, moving beyond mere economic growth to examine what constitutes a good life. Discover how different groups prioritize different development goals, analyze the limitations of traditional economic indicators like GDP, and explore sustainable approaches that capture quality of life, equity, and environmental considerations. Our structured 7-section learning system helps you master development economics concepts for the latest CBSE–NCERT pattern. Click any section below to begin exploring how nations measure progress and what truly constitutes development in the modern world.