Which efforts are undertaken to improve the living standard of the people living below
poverty line ?
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Answer:
POVERTY ALLEVIATION MEASURES - DEFINITION
Control of population- to remove poverty controlling of population is important. It increases per capita income. India started family planning in 1951, however it must be made more aware to the people.
Increase in employment opportunities- employment opportunities must be made for people in rural areas. Employment in small scale and cottage industries must be encouraged.
Reduce economic inequality- in this way more job and education opportunities will be provided to the poor and this would help to remove poverty.
Land reforms- as many land reforms policy are introduced by the government they must be implemented properly as they will help the small farmers to get employment and thereby remove poverty.
Social security measures- like provident fund, pension, free medical and health services, affordable housing etc should be provided to the rural and urban poor. This will improve the living conditions of people.
Balanced regional development- government must allocate more funds to the backward and rural regions.