how poverty line is estimated in India
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At the centre of the discussion on poverty is usually the concept of the "poverty line" .
A common method used to measure poverty is based on the income or consumption levels.
A common method used to measure poverty is based on the income or consumption levels.
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the common method of estimating poverty line in India is level of income and consumption. As food is the least for our basic need, the poverty line is drawn upon the minimum calorie intake. The accepted average calorie requirement in India is 2400 calorie per person per day in rural area and 2100 calorie in urban areas. The minimum income is rs.328 per person in rural area and rs. 454 in urban areas
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