Underdeveloped regions refer to areas characterized by low levels of economic development, infrastructure deficiencies, limited access to basic services like education and healthcare, high poverty rates, and overall lower standards of living.
Related terms
Developing Countries: Nations that are in the process of industrialization and experiencing economic growth but still face significant challenges in terms of poverty, inequality, and infrastructure development.
Global South: A term used to refer collectively to countries located primarily in the Southern Hemisphere that face various socioeconomic challenges compared to more developed countries in the Northern Hemisphere.
Marginalization: The social process by which certain individuals or groups are pushed to the edges or margins of society due to factors like discrimination, limited resources, or unequal access to opportunities.