What is the poverty level in India?

Answer 1

Over 3 billion people worldwide live in what is termed absolute poverty, meaning they have little or no money, food or shelter. On average, 25,000 children die DAILY from the affects of poverty. Of the estimated 2.2 billion children worldwide, 1 billion live in poverty.

Therefore it is safe to conclude that poverty is a HUGE problem!

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Answer 2

Poverty in India is widespread with the nation estimated to have a third of the world's poor. According to a 2005 World Bank estimate, 42% of India falls below the international poverty line of $1.25 a day ; having reduced from 90% in 1980. According to the criterion used by the Planning Commission of India 27.5% of the population was living below th poverty line in 2004-2005, down from 51.3% in 1977-1978, and 36% in 1993-1994.

Answer 3

In India, 75% of the poverty live in villages and the remaining live in slums in the cities and towns.

Answer 4

Yes, poverty is widespread in India, with about 41% of the population living below the poverty line of US$1 per day.