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Asked: August 16, 2024In:
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What are the underlying causes of hunger and poverty? What programs have been put in place by the government to end hunger and poverty? (125 Words) [UPPSC 2022]

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  1. Alia Varma
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    Fundamental Causes of Poverty and Hunger Economic Inequality: Income disparity and lack of access to resources lead to widespread poverty. For example, economic inequalities in rural areas often result in insufficient food and poor living conditions. Lack of Education: Educational deprivation limitsRead more

    Fundamental Causes of Poverty and Hunger

    1. Economic Inequality: Income disparity and lack of access to resources lead to widespread poverty. For example, economic inequalities in rural areas often result in insufficient food and poor living conditions.
    2. Lack of Education: Educational deprivation limits job opportunities and perpetuates poverty. Low literacy rates affect earning potential and access to resources.
    3. Unemployment: High levels of unemployment and underemployment contribute to inadequate income and food security, especially in economically backward regions.
    4. Health Issues: Poor health due to lack of access to quality healthcare exacerbates poverty by limiting the ability to work and earn.

    Government Schemes to Address Poverty and Hunger

    1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY): Aims to provide affordable housing to economically weaker sections, addressing housing-related poverty.
    2. National Food Security Act (NFSA): Ensures subsidized food grains to over 80 crore people, enhancing food security and reducing hunger.
    3. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA): Provides 100 days of guaranteed wage employment per year to rural households, improving income security.
    4. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY): Provides LPG connections to low-income households, reducing reliance on unhealthy and unsafe cooking fuels.

    These schemes are integral to reducing poverty and hunger by addressing both immediate needs and long-term economic stability.

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Asked: August 22, 2024In:
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Discuss the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which gives rural poor people more authority to reduce poverty. (200 Words) [UPPSC 2021]

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  1. Umang Singh Yadav
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    MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) guarantees rural adults 100 days of unskilled manual work/year, ensuring: Minimum wage payment Employment within 5 km of residence Unemployment allowance if work isn't provided Equal wages for men and women Social security and livelihoRead more

    MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) guarantees rural adults 100 days of unskilled manual work/year, ensuring:

    • Minimum wage payment
    • Employment within 5 km of residence
    • Unemployment allowance if work isn’t provided
    • Equal wages for men and women
    • Social security and livelihood protection

    Benefits – 

    1. Social benefits include poverty alleviation, empowerment, social equity, women’s empowerment and reduced migration, enhancing rural livelihoods and dignity.
    2. Economic benefits include increased rural incomes, improved purchasing power, boosted local economies and enhanced rural infrastructure development and productivity.
    3. Promotes environmental sustainability through water conservation, afforestation, soil conservation and drought resilience, enhancing ecological balance and rural livelihoods.

     

    MGNREGA faces challenges i.e. inadequate funding, delayed payments, corruption, inefficient implementation, insufficient skill development and limited job opportunities. Additionally, issues like lack of awareness, cumbersome registration processes and inadequate monitoring hinder effective implementation.

     

     

     

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Asked: August 28, 2024In:
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What are their primary concerns regarding hunger and poverty? (200 Words) [UPPSC 2018]

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  1. Umang Singh Yadav
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    India struggles with significant poverty and hunger affecting millions. Despite economic growth, 218 million Indians face food insecurity and 30% of children suffer from malnutrition. Government initiatives and social programs aim to alleviate these issues. Poverty related issues -  Uneven distributRead more

    India struggles with significant poverty and hunger affecting millions. Despite economic growth, 218 million Indians face food insecurity and 30% of children suffer from malnutrition. Government initiatives and social programs aim to alleviate these issues.

    Poverty related issues – 

    1. Uneven distribution of wealth, exacerbating poverty as the rich accumulate while the poor struggle.
    2.  Insufficient quality education, hindering skill development, employability and socioeconomic mobility opportunities.
    3. Lack of stable, gainful employment, perpetuating poverty and limiting economic mobility opportunities.
    4. Insufficient access to quality medical services, exacerbating poverty through untreated illnesses and debts.
    5. Social exclusion and bias against marginalized groups, limiting education, employment and economic opportunities.

    Hunger related issues – 

    1. Limited access to nutritious food, causing hunger, malnutrition and vulnerability to illnesses nationwide.
    2. Deficiencies in essential nutrients, causing stunted growth, weakened immunity and increased mortality rates nationwide.
    3. Insufficient clean water access, exacerbating hunger, malnutrition and health issues, particularly in rural areas.
    4. Crop failures, poor productivity and limited resources hinder food production, exacerbating hunger and poverty.
    5. One third of produced food discarded, exacerbating hunger, resource depletion and environmental degradation unnecessarily.

     

    India’s initiatives include the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, Public Distribution System, Mid Day Meal Scheme, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, and Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana to combat poverty and hunger.

     

     

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