ADB promotes which approach for gender inclusivity in projects?

The approach promoted by ADB for gender inclusivity in projects is the Gender-Responsive Development Approach. This approach emphasizes the need to actively consider and address the specific needs, interests, and challenges faced by different genders in development projects. It aims not just to include women alongside men but to ensure that development efforts contribute to gender equity and empower all genders.

A Gender-Responsive Development Approach goes beyond merely being aware of gender issues (as in a Gender-Sensitive Development Approach) and seeks to transform the structures and systems that perpetuate inequality. By integrating gender analysis into all phases of project planning, implementation, and evaluation, this approach helps to create conditions that facilitate improvements in gender equality and that recognize the different roles and responsibilities that individuals of various genders may have.

In contrast, a Gender-Neutral Development Approach advocates for treating all genders the same, which can inadvertently ignore the unique barriers faced by women and marginalized genders. A Gender-Exclusive Development Approach would actively neglect or overlook the contributions of one or more genders, which goes against the principles of inclusivity. Therefore, the chosen answer highlights ADB's commitment to not just acknowledging gender issues but working actively to make sure that all members of society benefit from development initiatives.