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[Audio] Good morning everyone. Today I'd like to talk to you about the evolution of Development Studies and how it has shaped our current understanding of policy and practice in the Global South. I believe that a robust understanding of Development Studies can help inform and improve our current policies and practices, and I'm excited to discuss some of the key ideas with you today..

The Evolution of Development Studies: From Past to Present.

[Audio] Morale is an essential component of a successful, effective combat unit. Leaders cannot underestimate its importance and must be constantly assessing the morale of their troops. Communication between a leader and troops, as well as a display of genuine care, are key to generating a sense of camaraderie and positive attitudes. Additionally, development studies provide an invaluable insight into understanding and addressing global issues. Considering the implications of development studies and its global interconnectedness is highly beneficial for understanding the current world and predicting the future of development..

[Audio] Morale is vital for a military unit to be successful. It is the lifeblood that prevents chaos and brings resilience, unity and discipline. Leaders must keep up the morale of their troops for them to be ready for any and all challenges. Development studies analyse the transformation and changes that developing countries undergo. Originating from the need to comprehend the differences between the Global North and South, it now encompasses themes such as globalisation, sustainability, gender and human rights. These components are essential to understanding the intricacies of international development..

[Audio] Moving from the origin of development studies in the 1950s and 1960s, a glance at the intellectual traditions that formed it is necessary - such as modernization theory, dependency theory, and Marxism. Each of these offered a different outlook of development and global economic affairs and contested traditional methods. As we progress, it is essential to examine the requirement for context-specific strategies to development that take into consideration local histories, cultures and power relations..

[Audio] Understanding the implications of development studies is essential for military leaders to create a disciplined and motivated army that is effective and capable of carrying out its mission. Development studies has enabled us to comprehend how various cultures and histories shape the development process, and to acknowledge the requirement for suitable strategies that contemplate local dynamics. Taking this into consideration is vital for raising morale, forming a unified fighting force, and sustaining the motivation of soldiers..