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Author: Dr Bhaskar Bo
Poverty is a condition characterized by the lack of basic necessities required to sustain life such as food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare. It is a complex phenomenon that is caused by a combination of social, economic, and political factors.
Causes of Poverty:
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1. Lack of Access to Education: Lack of access to education is one of the major reasons for poverty in India. Due to poverty, many children are forced to drop out of schools, leading to illiteracy, and lack of skills needed for better job opportunities and income.
2. Unemployment: Another crucial reason behind poverty is unemployment. In India, the vast majority of the population depends on agriculture, and in the absence of alternative employment opportunities, they are forced to depend on low-wage and unskilled jobs.
3. Unequal Distribution of Resources: The unequal distribution of resources is another significant cause of poverty. The wealthy sections of society hold most of the resources, while the poor are left with limited resources, leading to poverty.
4. Rapid Population Growth: High population growth rates are another reason for poverty in India. If the population grows more significant than the available resources or land, the availability of resources becomes scarce, leading to poverty.
5. Political Instability: Political instability also contributes to poverty in India. Instability can lead to a lack of stability in the economy, resulting in a sharp decline in job opportunities and income generation.
6. Lack of access to education: Many poor people in India do not have access to quality education, which limits their opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge that can help them escape poverty.
7. Unemployment and underemployment: There is a large population in India that is either unemployed or underemployed. This is mainly due to the lack of job opportunities, particularly in rural areas.
8. Inadequate healthcare infrastructure: Poor healthcare infrastructure in India, particularly in rural areas, leads to higher healthcare costs and a lower lifespan. This puts a strain on families and leads to financial instability.
9. Corruption: Corruption in India is widely prevalent, and it often results in the diversion of resources meant for the poor, further exacerbating poverty.
10. Economic inequality: Income and wealth inequality is a major contributor to poverty in India. The concentration of wealth in the hands of a few means that many people are left without the resources they need to improve their economic situation.
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