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Justice Poverty
Asked 6 times in UPSC Mains · first asked 2015 · last asked 2025 · 83 total marks
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Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty. Discuss in the context of \u2018paradox of poverty\u2019.
2025GS-215 marks
Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty. Discuss in the context of \u2018paradox of poverty\u2019.
Poverty and malnutrition create a vicious cycle, adversely affecting human capital formation. What steps can be taken to break the cycle?
2024GS-210 marks
Poverty and malnutrition create a vicious cycle, adversely affecting human capital formation. What steps can be taken to break the cycle?
Besides the welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and the underprivileged sections of the society. Discuss.
2022GS-215 marks
Besides the welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and the underprivileged sections of the society. Discuss.
\u201cThe incidence and intensity of poverty are more important in determining poverty based on income alone\u201d. In this context analyse the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index Report.
2020GS-215 marks
\u201cThe incidence and intensity of poverty are more important in determining poverty based on income alone\u201d. In this context analyse the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index Report.
\u2018Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will\u2019. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.
2017GS-215 marks
\u2018Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will\u2019. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.
2015GS-212.5 marks
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.