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DVA4805 Assignment 2
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Gender and Development (DVA4805)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Gender and Development
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Postcolonialism and feminism as critical discourses have enriched the gender
and development debate. Offer support for this statement by describing how
these two theories offer critiques of the concept of development and of
women’s roles in development.
Postcolonialism and feminism, as critical discourses, have significantly enriched the gender and
development debate by challenging dominant narratives and advocating for more inclusive,
context-sensitive approaches. Both perspectives critique mainstream development paradigms and
the marginalisation of women’s experiences, particularly in the Global South. Below is an
explanation of how each theory contributes to these critiques:
1. Postcolonialism and Development
Postcolonial theory critiques the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism on societies,
especially in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It questions the Eurocentric assumptions
embedded in mainstream development discourse, which often treats Western models as
universally applicable.
Key critiques of development:
Colonial legacy: Postcolonial theorists argue that development perpetuates colonial
power dynamics. The "developed/developing" binary mirrors the "civilised/uncivilised"
dichotomy used during colonial rule, positioning non-Western societies as inferior.
DVA4805 Assignment 2
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
2025 - DUE 11 June 2025
NO PLAGIARISM
[Year]
, Exam (elaborations)
DVA4805 Assignment 2 (DETAILED
ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION
GUARANTEED
Course
Gender and Development (DVA4805)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Gender and Development
DVA4805 Assignment 2 (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION
GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED
Answers, guidelines, workings and references ,.
Postcolonialism and feminism as critical discourses have enriched the gender
and development debate. Offer support for this statement by describing how
these two theories offer critiques of the concept of development and of
women’s roles in development.
Postcolonialism and feminism, as critical discourses, have significantly enriched the gender and
development debate by challenging dominant narratives and advocating for more inclusive,
context-sensitive approaches. Both perspectives critique mainstream development paradigms and
the marginalisation of women’s experiences, particularly in the Global South. Below is an
explanation of how each theory contributes to these critiques:
1. Postcolonialism and Development
Postcolonial theory critiques the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism on societies,
especially in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It questions the Eurocentric assumptions
embedded in mainstream development discourse, which often treats Western models as
universally applicable.
Key critiques of development:
Colonial legacy: Postcolonial theorists argue that development perpetuates colonial
power dynamics. The "developed/developing" binary mirrors the "civilised/uncivilised"
dichotomy used during colonial rule, positioning non-Western societies as inferior.
