An Evaluation Method of Transportation Policies by Quality of Mobility Index based on Capability Approach

Abstract

This study aims to build the concept of QOM (Quality of Mobility), and to suggest a useful method for evaluating QOM among regions by an index. We propose the model in which QOM is evaluated by Capability approach, which has been put forword by Amartya Sen. In addition, QOM at present and in the future was analyzed in Yamaga City. As a result, the transportation service level in this city will decrease and the inequality will expand in the future. Therefore, some policies were prepared, and evaluated. As a result, we propose a policy based on persuading people to live in the city center and improving main roads.