Kerala’s extreme poverty-free status won’t affect AAY foodgrain supply: Joshi
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Why in news
Food Minister Pralhad Joshi clarified in the Lok Sabha that Kerala's declaration of being free from extreme poverty will not impact the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) foodgrain supplies.
Background
The Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) provides 35 kg of foodgrains per household per month. The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is developed by NITI Aayog to track poverty progress across India.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeAntyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) provides 35 kg of foodgrains per household per month
- BodyNational Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is developed by NITI Aayog
- FactExtreme poverty status is not a criterion for AAY eligibility
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Multidimensional Poverty Index in evaluating India's progress towards poverty alleviation and the role of targeted food security schemes.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Metric shift: Transition from income-based poverty to multidimensional indicators like health and education
- Safety net continuity: Ensuring food security for vulnerable households regardless of state-level poverty status
- Data-driven policy: Utilizing NITI Aayog's MPI for localized intervention and resource allocation
Keywords: Multidimensional Poverty Index · Food Security · Antyodaya Anna Yojana · Targeted Subsidies · Poverty Alleviation
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