Describe how the poverty line in india is estimated in india
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The poverty line is estimated in India in following ways: Income Method: A person is considered poor if his or her income falls below a given minimum level necessary to fulfil basic needs. Consumption Method: A minimum nutrititioal food requirement for survival is estimated and energy obtained is measured in calories.
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The poverty line in India is estimated on the basis of calories and wages per head per day.
To remain above poverty line, you need to earn ₹816/month in rural areas and ₹1000/month in urban areas.
And for calorie, 2200 calories for urban areas and 2400 in rural areas.
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