16 Questions
What is the core principle of Universal Basic Income (UBI)?
Giving citizens a regular sum of money regardless of their income level
What are the primary goals of implementing a basic income system?
Alleviating poverty and addressing inequality
What historical figure mentioned the idea of providing Universal Basic Income in the 16th century?
Thomas More
What is a concern raised by critics of Universal Basic Income?
Disincentivizing work
What positive impact did Brazil's conditional payments to poor families show by 2013?
Decreased income inequality
What is one potential advantage of Universal Basic Income according to proponents?
Providing greater financial security
Which of the following countries implemented a program resembling unconditional basic income?
Brazil
What was the primary goal of Brazil's conditional payments to poor families?
To alleviate poverty and reduce inequality
What was the impact of Brazil's conditional payments program by 2013?
The level of extreme poverty was more than halved, and income inequality decreased by 15%
Which of the following is NOT a potential advantage of Universal Basic Income (UBI) according to its proponents?
Increasing government control over citizens
Which century did the idea of providing Universal Basic Income first appear?
16th century
What is one of the primary concerns raised by critics of Universal Basic Income?
It will disincentivize work
What is the core principle of Universal Basic Income (UBI)?
All citizens receive a regular, unconditional sum of money from the government
What is one of the primary goals of implementing a basic income system?
To address inequality
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential advantage of Universal Basic Income by its proponents?
Reducing government spending
Which country conducted a pilot program or experiment to assess the feasibility and impact of Universal Basic Income?
Both A and B
Explore the concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) which proposes providing all citizens with a regular sum of money from the government, regardless of their employment status. Learn about the goals of UBI in addressing poverty and inequality, as well as ensuring a basic standard of living for all members of society.
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