Poverty and Development Review
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What is development?

Enhancement of human well-being.

What is poverty?

The depravity of human well-being.

What is the annual income per capita threshold for the national poverty line in the Philippines in 2023?

  • Php 33,296 (correct)
  • Php 22,995
  • Php 2,774.67
  • Php 91.22

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?

    <p>Eliminate all forms of technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Absolute poverty refers to being unable to meet minimum levels of income and essentials.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary types of poverty identified?

    <p>Chronic poverty and situational poverty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people in the Philippines are classified as income poor?

    <p>17.54 million people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the most successful MDGs?

    <p>Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The national subsistence line in the Philippines for 2023 is Php ______.

    <p>22,995</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some challenges to sustainability mentioned?

    <p>Impact of climate change, hunger and malnourishment, income inequality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following categories of poverty with their descriptions:

    <p>Chronic poverty = Long-term poverty Situational poverty = Temporary poverty caused by shocks Income deprivation = Insufficient earnings to meet needs Social exclusion = Marginalization from societal benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is NOT considered part of development according to the traditional view?

    <p>Absolute poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Development is solely defined by economic growth.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of development?

    <p>poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to traditional development concepts, social inclusion is an important factor in promoting ______.

    <p>well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following economists with their viewpoints on development:

    <p>Jeffrey Sachs = State planning and foreign aid William Easterly = Work with NGOs and impact evaluation Daron Acemoglu = Inclusive institutions Dani Rodrik = Identify binding constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the monthly threshold of the national poverty line in the Philippines for 2023?

    <p>Php 2,774.67</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chronic poverty refers to poverty that is temporary and caused by sudden shocks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many families in the Philippines were classified as food poor in 2023?

    <p>740,000 families</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The annual income per capita threshold for the national subsistence line in the Philippines is Php ______.

    <p>22,995</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following poverty classifications with their corresponding percentages in the Philippines in 2023:

    <p>Income poor = 10.9% Food poor = 2.7% Individuals classified as income poor = 15.5% Individuals classified as food poor = 4.3%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the daily threshold for the national subsistence line in the Philippines for 2023?

    <p>Php 63.0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Severe entitlements deprivation is one of the causes of poverty.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of individuals in the Philippines were classified as income poor in 2023?

    <p>15.5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monthly income poverty in the Philippines in 2023 has increased by ______%.

    <p>15.3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of families in the Philippines were classified as food poor in 2023?

    <p>2.7%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    What is Development?

    • Traditional development focuses on enhancing human well-being through adequate income, quality entitlements, capability freedom, social inclusion, and sustainable growth.
    • Development is a multidimensional concept shaped by national and personal choices reflecting social needs and aspirations.
    • Historical context includes industrial and societal revolutions, influencing economic paradigms and policies.

    What is Poverty?

    • Poverty is defined as the opposite of development, characterized by the lack of essential resources and the deprivation of human well-being.
    • Absolute poverty refers to the inability to fulfill basic needs for income, food, healthcare, and shelter.
    • Relative poverty is measured against a poverty line, with a global threshold set at US$ 2.15 per day.

    Poverty Statistics in the Philippines

    • Income Poverty:
      • 10.9% of families (3 million) and 15.5% of individuals (17.54 million) live below the income poverty line.
    • Food Poverty:
      • 2.7% of families (740,000) and 4.3% of individuals (4.84 million) experience food poverty.
    • National poverty line (2023): Php 33,296 annually; monthly threshold is Php 2,774.67.

    Comparative Poverty Data

    • 2023 income and food thresholds increased by 15.3% and 14.3% respectively, compared to 2021.
    • Daily income poverty threshold is Php 91.22; food poverty daily threshold is Php 63.0.

    Types of Poverty

    • Chronic Poverty: Long-term, persistent conditions.
    • Situational Poverty: Temporary conditions caused by sudden shocks.
    • Various factors contribute to poverty including income deprivation, severe entitlements deprivation, and social exclusion.

    Millennium Development Goals (MDG)

    • Aimed to eradicate extreme poverty, achieve education, promote gender equality, reduce mortality rates, ensure environmental sustainability, and forge partnerships.
    • Notable successes include halving extreme poverty and improving access to clean water.
    • Areas needing improvement include education completion and gender equality.

    Lessons Learned from MDGs

    • Economic growth is essential but not sufficient for poverty alleviation, particularly for those at risk.
    • Emphasis on addressing vulnerabilities, ensuring political stability, and fostering collaboration across sectors is crucial for sustainable development.

    Sustainable Development Challenges

    • Ongoing issues include climate change impact, food insecurity, income inequality, urbanization pressures, and unmet energy needs.
    • Financing sustainable development is estimated to require 5.4trillionto5.4 trillion to 5.4trillionto6.4 trillion annually from 2023 to 2030, equating to approximately 1,179−1,179-1,179−1,383 per person each year.

    Political Aspects of Development

    • The importance of engaging stakeholders effectively and creating accountability in decision-making processes for sustainable development.

    What is Development?

    • Traditional development focuses on enhancing human well-being through adequate income, quality entitlements, capability freedom, social inclusion, and sustainable growth.
    • Development is a multidimensional concept shaped by national and personal choices reflecting social needs and aspirations.
    • Historical context includes industrial and societal revolutions, influencing economic paradigms and policies.

    What is Poverty?

    • Poverty is defined as the opposite of development, characterized by the lack of essential resources and the deprivation of human well-being.
    • Absolute poverty refers to the inability to fulfill basic needs for income, food, healthcare, and shelter.
    • Relative poverty is measured against a poverty line, with a global threshold set at US$ 2.15 per day.

    Poverty Statistics in the Philippines

    • Income Poverty:
      • 10.9% of families (3 million) and 15.5% of individuals (17.54 million) live below the income poverty line.
    • Food Poverty:
      • 2.7% of families (740,000) and 4.3% of individuals (4.84 million) experience food poverty.
    • National poverty line (2023): Php 33,296 annually; monthly threshold is Php 2,774.67.

    Comparative Poverty Data

    • 2023 income and food thresholds increased by 15.3% and 14.3% respectively, compared to 2021.
    • Daily income poverty threshold is Php 91.22; food poverty daily threshold is Php 63.0.

    Types of Poverty

    • Chronic Poverty: Long-term, persistent conditions.
    • Situational Poverty: Temporary conditions caused by sudden shocks.
    • Various factors contribute to poverty including income deprivation, severe entitlements deprivation, and social exclusion.

    Millennium Development Goals (MDG)

    • Aimed to eradicate extreme poverty, achieve education, promote gender equality, reduce mortality rates, ensure environmental sustainability, and forge partnerships.
    • Notable successes include halving extreme poverty and improving access to clean water.
    • Areas needing improvement include education completion and gender equality.

    Lessons Learned from MDGs

    • Economic growth is essential but not sufficient for poverty alleviation, particularly for those at risk.
    • Emphasis on addressing vulnerabilities, ensuring political stability, and fostering collaboration across sectors is crucial for sustainable development.

    Sustainable Development Challenges

    • Ongoing issues include climate change impact, food insecurity, income inequality, urbanization pressures, and unmet energy needs.
    • Financing sustainable development is estimated to require 5.4trillionto5.4 trillion to 5.4trillionto6.4 trillion annually from 2023 to 2030, equating to approximately 1,179−1,179-1,179−1,383 per person each year.

    Political Aspects of Development

    • The importance of engaging stakeholders effectively and creating accountability in decision-making processes for sustainable development.

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    This quiz explores key concepts around poverty and development, focusing on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It discusses the historical context of development, challenges to sustainability, and insights from societal revolutions. Test your knowledge on these critical global issues!

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