Question

Why do different countries use different poverty lines?​

Answer 1

Answer:what is necessary to satisfy the basic needs is different at different at different times and in different countries.

Therefore poverty line may vary with time and place.

Explanation:

Every country uses an imaginary line that is considered appropriate for its existing level of development and it's accepted minimum social norms.

For example, a person not having a car in USA may be considered poor. In India, owning of a car is still considered a luxury.