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The "Capabilities Approach" as a category for books refers to a framework primarily developed by economist Amartya Sen and philosopher Martha Nussbaum, which focuses on assessing individual well-being and social arrangements by evaluating people's capabilities—their real freedoms or opportunities to achieve the kind of lives they value. Books in this genre explore themes related to human development, social justice, and policy-making, emphasizing the importance of enabling individuals to pursue their own paths to fulfillment and well-being. This approach critiques traditional economic measures of development, such as GDP, by advocating for a more nuanced understanding of progress that considers a range of human experiences and potentialities. Literature in this category often intersects with topics in philosophy, economics, political science, and social policy, offering insights into how societies can create conditions that allow all individuals to thrive.

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