UPSC Notes

Financial inclusion refers to the availability and accessibility of financial services, such as banking, credit, insurance, and savings, to all segments of society, including the poor and low-income groups.

Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are community-based organizations that are formed and managed by women who come together to address common issues related to poverty, financial inclusion, and social empowerment.

Poverty can lead to higher crime rates and social unrest as people may resort to illegal activities to make a living. 

The Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is an international measure of poverty that takes into account various dimensions of poverty, including health, education, and living standards.

Poverty is a complex condition where individuals or communities lack the financial resources and necessities to maintain a basic standard of living. 

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