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[Internal migration in developing countries: rationality of rural-urban migration]
Zeitschrift Fur Wirtschafts- Und Sozialwissenschaften
|January 1, 1987
Summary
Rural-urban migration is common in developing nations, with joint decision-making often benefiting individuals and families. However, individual migration choices may not align with collective well-being, necessitating better economic coordination and information for decision-makers.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Economics
- Sociology
Context:
- Developing countries experience significant rural-urban migration.
- Migration decisions are often made by individuals or families.
- Joint decision-making can be advantageous for migrants and their families.
Purpose:
- To analyze the rationality of migration decisions in developing countries.
- To explore the divergence between individual/family and collective rationality in migration.
- To identify strategies for aligning individual and collective migration goals.
Summary:
- Rural-urban migration is a prevalent trend in developing countries.
- Individual and family rationality in migration decisions may not align with collective rationality.
- Improving economic variable coordination and decision-maker information is key to bridging this gap.
Impact:
- Provides insights into migration dynamics in developing economies.
- Informs policy interventions aimed at optimizing migration outcomes.
- Highlights the importance of information and coordination in migration decision-making.
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