There are different definitions of poverty, and scholars do not seem to agree on which is the most appropriate one. Keeping that aside, the fact is that poverty stares us in the face, especially in states like UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, CG and MP. read more
India only managed to reduce its poverty rate (the ratio of the number of people who fall below the poverty line and a country’s total population) from 49.4% in 1994 to 42% in 2005 and 32.7% in 2010. read more
Poverty is one of the biggest problems in India. This essay highlights the causes, effects and offers solutions to fight poverty in India. read more