Poverty Estimates in India

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What is the living situation of Ram Saran's family like?

They have a spacious house in the city center.

They reside in a village near Ramgarh.

They live in a large mansion in an affluent neighborhood.

They live in a one-room rented house in a crowded basti. (correct)

Why is Ram Saran unable to provide enough food for his family?

His wife Santa Devi does not work.

He earns very little and has to support his parents too. (correct)

He lives in an expensive area.

His children go to school and don't help with the income.

Why does Ram Saran's elder son work as a helper in a tea shop?

To supplement the family income. (correct)

To save money for his education.

To buy luxury items for himself.

Due to lack of other job opportunities.

What is one consequence of not having enough food for all family members?

The younger kids are undernourished. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Lakha Singh's family do odd jobs for big farmers?

Because they do not own any land. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of work and income for Lakha Singh's family?

Erratic work with varying income. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the number of poor remain at about 407 million between 1993–94 and 2004–05 despite a decline in poverty ratio?

The population of India increased during this period. Signup and view all the answers

What was the average annual decline in the number of poor from 2004–05 to 2011–12 in India?

2.2 percentage points Signup and view all the answers

Based on the data, what was the poverty ratio in rural India in 2011–12?

21% Signup and view all the answers

What was the trend in the proportion of people below the poverty line in India from 1993–94 to 2011–12?

Consistently decreasing Signup and view all the answers

Did the poverty ratio in urban India change in a similar manner to rural India from 1993–94 to 2011–12?

No, it remained constant Signup and view all the answers

What factor significantly contributed to the decline in the number of poor in India from 2004–05 to 2011–12?

Economic growth Signup and view all the answers

What does vulnerability, as described in the text, measure?

The probability of certain communities or individuals becoming or remaining poor Signup and view all the answers

How is vulnerability analyzed according to the text?

By assessing the risks faced during natural disasters and acts of terrorism Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the discussion on poverty in the text?

The measurement of poverty based on income levels Signup and view all the answers

Why is vulnerability described as having a greater probability of being adversely affected than other people during bad times?

Because vulnerable groups have fewer available assets and opportunities Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does the 'poverty line' typically represent?

The minimum level of income required to avoid poverty Signup and view all the answers

How does social exclusion, as mentioned in the text, relate to poverty?

Social exclusion can cause more damage than having a very low income Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason Sivaraman is unable to send his daughters to school?

He cannot afford school expenses like books. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Sivaraman not prioritize educating his daughters?

He believes it is more important to save money for their future marriages. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge faced by Sasikala in terms of work?

She struggles to find work and is paid less than her husband for the same job. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Sivaraman plan to send his son to school but not his daughters?

He believes education is essential for boys but not for girls. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Sivaraman's mother need assistance with daily chores?

She is too old to perform daily tasks on her own. Signup and view all the answers

What role does Sivaraman's wife play in the family's income generation?

She works alongside Sivaraman but struggles to find steady work. Signup and view all the answers

What has been the trend in global poverty between 1990 and 2015?

A substantial reduction Signup and view all the answers

Which region experienced a substantial reduction in poverty due to rapid economic growth and investment in human resource development?

China and Southeast Asia Signup and view all the answers

What was the percentage of poor people in China in 2019 according to the text?

0.6% Signup and view all the answers

Which group of countries saw a rapid decline in poverty from 34% in 2005 to 15.2% in 2014?

South Asian countries Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the poverty ratio graph in Graph 3.2?

It illustrates the percentage of people living below $1.90 per day Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best summarizes the trend of poverty in India as per the text?

Poverty has rapidly decreased from 34% in 2005 to 15.2% in 2014 Signup and view all the answers