The 1994 UNDPs Human Development Report argued for a broader concept of security emphasizing human s...........

Political Science (CUET) Security in Contemporary World

The 1994 UNDP's Human Development Report argued for a broader concept of security, emphasizing human security over mere national security focused on states. The report claimed that the concerns of ordinary people seeking daily security were often forgotten. Traditionally, national security has focused on military threats from other countries, stressing defense and deterrence.

Consider the following statements:

1) Human security includes only the threats posed by military actions.

2) National security has traditionally focused on defending against military threats from other countries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

1 and 2 both

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Human security is broader and encompasses a wide range of threats beyond just military actions, including economic and environmental threats.

Statement 2 is correct: National security traditionally focuses on defending against military threats from other countries.

Thus, '2 only' is the correct answer.