Question

give 7 reasons for poverty in India?

Answer 1

The problem of poverty is undoubtedly theproblem of imbalance between the population and economic resources of thecountry. While we have 15% of global population but our resources are only 2% of global national income. The gap between population and resources can be reduced by reducing population and increasing economic resources. It will not be out of place to mention that poverty can be eradicated to some extent if various concessions and facilities for the upliftment of the down trodden people actually reach them.However, the main causes of poverty are stated below:1. Rapidly Rising Population:The population during the last 45 years has increased at the rate of 2.2% per annum. On average 17 million people are added every year to its population which raises the demand for consumption goods considerably.2. Low Productivity in Agriculture:The level of productivity in agriculture is low due to subdivided and fragmented holdings, lack of capital, use of traditional methods of cultivation, illiteracy etc. This is the main cause of poverty in the country.3. Under Utilized Resources:The existence of under employment and disguised unemployment of human resources and under utilization of resources have resulted in low production in agricultural sector. This brought a downfall in their standard of living.4. Low Rate of Economic Development:The rate of economic development in India has been below the required level. Therefore, there persists a gap between level of availability and requirements of goods and services. The net result is poverty.5. Price Rise:The continuous and steep price rise has added to the miseries of poor. It has benefited a few people in the society and the persons in lower income group find it difficult to get their minimum needs.6. Unemployment:The continuously expanding army of unemployed is another cause of poverty. The job seeker are increasing in number ata higher rate than the expansion in employment opportunities.7. Shortage of Capital and Able Entrepreneurship:Capital and able entrepreneurship have important role in accelerating the growth. But these are in short supply making it difficult to increase production significantly.

Answer 2

1) Unemployment

2) Illiteracy

3) Child Labour

4) Poor health / Malnutrition

5) Helplessness

6) Landless

7) Size of families