Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2010

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What methodology is used to measure multidimensional deprivation in the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)?

The Alkire-Foster methodology.

What is the main advantage of using the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) in poverty policy?

It captures multiple deprivations beyond income, providing a more comprehensive understanding of poverty.

How does the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) differ from traditional income-based poverty measures?

It considers multiple dimensions of poverty, not just income.

What is the significance of targeting poverty reduction using the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)?

<p>It enables policymakers to identify and address the specific deprivations people face.</p>
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What does the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) reveal about poverty that income-based measures do not?

<p>It reveals the intensity and incidence of poverty, as well as the multiple deprivations people experience.</p>
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What is the primary advantage of using the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) over traditional income-based poverty measures?

<p>The MPI provides a more comprehensive understanding of poverty by capturing non-income dimensions, such as health, education, and living standards, in addition to income.</p>
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What is the key difference between poverty incidence and poverty intensity?

<p>Poverty incidence refers to the proportion of the population living below the poverty line, while poverty intensity refers to the depth or severity of poverty experienced by those individuals.</p>
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How does the concept of multidimensional poverty address the limitations of traditional income-based poverty measures?

<p>Multidimensional poverty measures acknowledge that poverty is not solely determined by income, but also by other factors such as access to education, health, and basic services.</p>
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What is the primary challenge in targeting poverty reduction efforts, and how can multidimensional poverty measures help address this challenge?

<p>The primary challenge is accurately identifying and reaching the most vulnerable populations; multidimensional poverty measures can help by providing a more nuanced understanding of poverty, enabling more effective targeting of interventions.</p>
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How can policymakers use multidimensional poverty measures to inform poverty policy and inequality reduction efforts?

<p>By providing a more comprehensive understanding of poverty, multidimensional measures can inform policy interventions that address the root causes of poverty and inequality, enabling more effective poverty reduction and inequality reduction strategies.</p>
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What is the formula used to compute the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)?

<p>MPI = H × A</p>
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What is the significance of the Adjusted Headcount Ratio (M0) in measuring multidimensional poverty?

<p>It calculates the incidence of poverty by identifying the proportion of people who are multidimensionally poor.</p>
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Why is it important to consider both incidence and intensity in measuring multidimensional poverty?

<p>It provides a comprehensive understanding of poverty, highlighting both the proportion of people affected and the severity of their deprivations.</p>
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What is the advantage of the Alkire-Foster (AF) method in measuring multidimensional poverty?

<p>It is decomposable across population subgroups, allowing for a nuanced understanding of poverty across different demographics.</p>
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How do the dimensions of the Global MPI contribute to our understanding of poverty?

<p>The three dimensions – Health, Education, and Standard of Living – provide a multidimensional view of poverty, highlighting deprivations beyond income.</p>
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What is the significance of the intensity of poverty (A) in the MPI?

<p>It provides insight into the average proportion of deprivations people suffer simultaneously, highlighting the severity of poverty.</p>
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