Question

please answer .... this both questions..

Answer 1

1+A person is considered poor if the income or consumption level of a person falls below a given minimum level necessary to fulfil basic needs. Basic needs are different at different countries and different time. That is why, poverty line may vary with time and place. Each country uses an imaginary line that is considered appropriate for its existing level of development and its accepted minimum social norms. Thus, it can be concluded that poverty line may vary with time and place.

2+Due to the following reasons, buffer stock is created by the government
(i) A buffer stock of food grains is created by the government, so that it can be distributed in food deficit areas and among the poorer strata of society at a price much lower than the market price.
(ii) A buffer stock also helps to resolve the problem1’ of food shortage during adverse weather conditions, a disaster or a calamity.
(iii) Maintaining buffer stock is a step taken by the government in order to ensure food security.