Synopsis The scope of human development is not restricted to the rise or fall of national incomes but includes people or the real wealth of nations and the freedom of individuals and human rights. Development widens people choices while its objective is to create an enabling environment for people to enjoy long, healthy and creative lives. The Human Development Index measures the non-income dimensions of the quality of life and comprises three basic components-health, education and income. In a knowledge-driven economy, human capital is very important to sustainable growth. This book focuses on the various dimensions of human development.