THIRD WORLD NATION Meaning and
Definition
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A Third World Nation is an antiquated term that was initially used during the Cold War era to categorize countries based on their level of economic, social, and political development. It refers to a country that exhibits significant levels of poverty, low standards of living, limited industrialization, and widespread underdevelopment. Third World Nations are generally characterized by high rates of illiteracy, inadequate access to healthcare, insufficient infrastructure, political instability, and limited technological advancements.
The term "Third World" was coined by French economist Alfred Sauvy in the 1950s, derived from the concept of the Third Estate, which represents the common people in society. It aimed to differentiate these countries from the wealthier and more economically advanced industrialized nations referred to as the First World (capitalist countries) and the Second World (communist countries).
However, over the years, the term "Third World" has become outdated and politically incorrect due to its connotations of inferiority and underdevelopment. It fails to accurately capture the nuances and complexities of a country's socio-economic conditions.
Currently, the preferred terminology to describe these countries is "developing nations" or "low-income countries." These terms focus more on the potential for growth and the ongoing efforts to improve economic conditions, social indicators, and overall well-being.
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