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Poverty Alleviation Measures

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy

Poverty in India is multidimensional, influenced by low incomes, poor health, and limited education. Government initiatives include subsidized food via PDS, direct benefit transfers, and livelihood programs like MGNREGA. Over time, definitions and estimations have evolved, reflecting committees like the Tendulkar and Rangarajan panels. In exam contexts, clarity on rural vs. urban poverty lines, the effectiveness of social safety nets, and microfinance’s role in empowerment is key. Also examine how skill development, inclusive growth, and financial inclusion policies complement these measures to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is an example of a public sector undertaking (PSU) in India?

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What is meant by “structural unemployment”?

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Which of the following causes demand-pull inflation?

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Which of the following is a feature of a command economy?

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What is the meaning of “disguised unemployment”?

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Which of the following statements best defines Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

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What is the term for goods that are used together, such as cars and fuel?

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Which organization is responsible for estimating India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of “perfect competition”?

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What does the “Human Development Index” measure?

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