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Each state in India has its own poverty threshold to determine how many people are below its poverty line and to reflect regional economic conditions. These differences in definitions yield a complex and conflicting picture about poverty in India, both internally and when compared to other developing countries of the world.
Dec 11, 2023 · Considering the poverty line set at $3.65, India's contribution constitutes 40 percent of the slight upward adjustment in the global poverty rate, moving from 23.6 percent to 24.1...
Learn how poverty in India affects millions of people, especially women and children, and how Outreach International helps them overcome the challenges with community-led projects. Find out the statistics, facts, and factors that contribute to poverty in India, and the impact of Outreach's work in solar water, street lights, sanitation, and disability inclusion.
The report presents the national and state-level estimates of multidimensional poverty in India based on the NFHS-5 data. It shows the progress and challenges in reducing poverty in all its forms and dimensions, and the impact of COVID-19 on poverty indicators.
May 27, 2016 · India has made remarkable strides at reducing poverty. Yet, 22 percent of the population or 270 million people are lives below the poverty line. Here, we profile the characteristics of the poor.
Jan 15, 2024 · According to the Discussion Paper, India has registered a significant decline in multidimensional poverty in India from 29.17% in 2013-14 to 11.28% in 2022-23 i.e. a reduction of 17.89 percentage points.
Oct 17, 2022 · The Multidimensional Poverty Index shows that 415 million people in India escaped poverty in 15 years. The report also reveals the specific deprivations and interventions for each poor person in 111 developing countries.
