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How did Amartya Sen change the approach to economic measures of human welfare? Amartya Sen
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How did Amartya Sen change the approach to economic measures of human welfare?

Amartya Sen changed the approach to economic measures of human welfare by introducing the concept of capabilities. His focus shifted the emphasis away from traditional economic indicators like GDP toward a broader assessment of what individuals can actually achieve with available resources, offering a more comprehensive view of human welfare and quality of life.