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Schemes for Poverty Alleviation: A Global Perspective Poverty, a multifaceted and complex issue, has plagued societies for centuries. It encompasses a lack of basic necessities like food, shelter, and healthcare, and extends to limited access to education, employment opportunities, and social security. While poverty is a global concern, its manifestations and causes vary significantly across … Read more
Poverty Alleviation: A Multifaceted Approach to Uplifting Lives Poverty, a pervasive and complex issue, affects millions across the globe, hindering their access to basic necessities, opportunities, and a dignified life. Addressing this challenge requires a multifaceted approach that tackles its root causes and empowers individuals and communities to break free from the cycle of deprivation. … Read more
The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is a composite measure of poverty that accounts for various deprivations that people experience in their daily lives. It was developed by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The MPI is calculated for each country by taking into account three dimensions … Read more
The Poverty Gap: A Measure of Deprivation and a Guide to Progress The poverty gap, a key indicator of poverty severity, quantifies the extent to which individuals or households fall below the poverty line. It measures the collective shortfall in income needed to lift everyone living in poverty to the poverty threshold. This article delves … Read more
Understanding the Headcount Ratio: A Key Metric for Business Success The headcount ratio, a seemingly simple metric, holds immense power in revealing the efficiency and effectiveness of a company’s workforce. It provides a clear picture of the relationship between the number of employees and the company’s revenue, offering valuable insights into operational efficiency, profitability, and … Read more
Deciphering India’s Socio-Economic Landscape: A Deep Dive into the Socio Economic Caste Census (SECC) The Socio Economic Caste Census (SECC) stands as a monumental endeavor in India’s quest to understand and address the socio-economic realities of its vast population. Conducted in 2011, this comprehensive census aimed to capture a detailed picture of the country’s households, … Read more
The Rangrajan Committee: A Turning Point in India’s Poverty Measurement The Rangrajan Committee, formally known as the Expert Group to Review the Methodology of Estimation of Poverty, was constituted by the Planning Commission of India in 2014. Chaired by renowned economist C. Rangarajan, the committee was tasked with reviewing the existing methodology for poverty estimation … Read more
The Tendulkar Expert Group (2009): A Landmark Report on Poverty in India The Tendulkar Expert Group (TEG), constituted in 2009 by the Planning Commission of India, played a pivotal role in redefining the understanding of poverty in the country. Chaired by renowned economist Dr. Suresh Tendulkar, the group’s report, released in November 2009, introduced a … Read more
The Lakdawala Expert Group (LEG) was a group of experts appointed by the Government of India in 1993 to review the existing system of urban planning and development in the country. The LEG submitted its report in 1996, which made a number of recommendations for reform. The following are the subtopics covered in the Lakdawala … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics on post-independence poverty estimation: Methods of poverty estimation Data sources for poverty estimation Challenges in poverty estimation Trends in poverty Determinants of poverty Policies to reduce poverty Impact of policies on poverty Future of poverty estimation Methods of poverty estimation There are a number of different methods that can … Read more