Give any two causes of poverty in India.

Who are the 'churning poor'?

When does economic growth leads to economic development?

State the single most important reason of poverty in India.

Who was the first one to discuss the concept of a poverty line?

Name the five major poor states of India.

What rural poor do for their livelihood?

1. Landless agricultural labourers.
2. Farmers with very small landholding.
3. Small Trading Business.
4. Small-Scale Services Providers.
5. Landless labourers engaged in non-agricultural jobs.
6. Tenant cultivators with small landholdings.

1. i, ii, iii, iv
2. i, iii, iv, vi
3. i, ii, v, vi
4. All of these.

Explain the vicious circle of poverty.

Suppose you are from a poor family and you wish to get help from the government to set up a petty shop. Under which scheme will you apply for assistance and why?

How much minimum calories are prescribed for children below one year and adults performing heavy work?