Reframing Development: Multidimensional Paradigms and Their Impact on the Global and Comparative Political Landscape Introduction The contemporary discourse on development has undergone a paradigmatic transformation from a narrow focus on economic growth—typically measured in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP)—to a more holistic, multidimensional framework that encompasses social, political, environmental, and cultural dimensions. This shift … Continue reading In what ways does the contemporary discourse on development reflect a multidimensional framework beyond mere economic growth, and how does this expanded understanding influence the global and comparative political landscape?