‘Conflicting goals can also be developmental goals.’ Elaborate with examples.

‘Conflicting goals can also be developmental goals.’ Elaborate with examples.

Ans. (1) It is absolutely true that at times, two persons or groups of persons may seek things which are conflicting.

(2) Industrialists may consider the construction of dams as development. This is because it provides electricity that they need. On the other hand, tribals, farmers and other groups may resent this as the construction of a dam may lead to submergence of their land and thus, lead to displacement and loss of their livelihood.

(3) Similarly, a girl expects as much freedom and opportunity as her brother and that he also shares in the household work. But, her brother may not like this.