Geography and well-being in Argentina: Social and territorial inequalities at the beginning of the 21st century

In this paper, we look at the main results of the increase in Argentine social and territorial inequalities during the past intercensal period (1991-2001). Firstly, we develop a conceptual approach to the notions of poverty, standard of living and well-being, and we explain its various dimensions. S...

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Main Author: Guillermo Angel Velázquez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad Nacional de La Plata 2010-01-01
Series:Geograficando
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Online Access:http://www.geograficando.fahce.unlp.edu.ar/article/view/3593
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Summary:In this paper, we look at the main results of the increase in Argentine social and territorial inequalities during the past intercensal period (1991-2001). Firstly, we develop a conceptual approach to the notions of poverty, standard of living and well-being, and we explain its various dimensions. Secondly, we put forward the methodological axes for our work, pointing out the sources and the variables and indicators we have used. Then, we create well-being indexes, expressed respectively in society and territorial maps. And, finally, we introduce our final thoughts.
ISSN:2346-898X