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So actually what are the criteria for classification and more importantly, how is the distribution nowadays (what percentage of the world is 1st, 2nd or 3rd) and is it changing?
I Totally agree ...It's not really a very clever system. It was more propaganda than reality.
Maybe it's time for you my friend to get the help of the doctor to check your ears...Have I heard of oil-rich, primarily Moslem nations referred to as the 4th world?
what I meant is, we are not so rich country, but we are developing and were considered as 3rd world country... so, that was kind of proof that the countries with better economey will be at least higher rankt that us (or same level)...Originally posted by Loren Booda
Zargawee,
I may be wrong still, but polish your glasses - I wrote "...primarily Moslem nations..."
I agree, therefore let's forget about it...
Face it, at the end of the day, cultural reductionism, generalizations and pigeonholing aren't helpful to any of us.
"1st 2nd 3rd World Countries" is a term that was originally used to classify countries based on their level of economic development and political power during the Cold War era. The term has since evolved and is now used to describe a country's economic and social progress.
H2 What are the criteria for classifying a country as a "1st, 2nd, or 3rd World Country"?There is no universally agreed upon criteria for classifying a country as a "1st, 2nd, or 3rd World Country". However, some common factors that are often used include a country's GDP, industrialization level, literacy rate, and standard of living.
H2 What is the difference between a "1st World Country" and a "3rd World Country"?The term "1st World Country" typically refers to developed, industrialized countries with a high GDP and standard of living. On the other hand, "3rd World Country" is often used to describe developing countries with lower levels of economic development and social progress.
H2 Are these terms considered outdated and inaccurate?While the terms "1st, 2nd, and 3rd World Countries" were originally used to describe global power dynamics during the Cold War, they are now considered outdated and inaccurate. The world is much more complex and diverse than these categories suggest, and using them can perpetuate stereotypes and oversimplifications.
H2 What are some alternative terms for "1st 2nd 3rd World Countries"?Some alternative terms that are often used to describe countries include developed, developing, and underdeveloped; industrialized, emerging, and non-industrialized; or high-income, middle-income, and low-income countries. It's important to note that these terms also have their own limitations and should be used with caution.