Why do you find a strong link between economic growth and poverty reduction in India? Give reasons.

Yes, there is a strong link between the economic growth and poverty reduction in India. The reasons are:
(a) India witnessed low economic growth up to the early eighties and the poverty estimates remained the same in during this period.
(b) The Economic growth rate jumped significantly in the 1980s and 1990s. The higher growth rates helped significantly in the poverty reduction.
(c) Economic growth widens opportunities and provides the resources needed to invest in human development. Increased government revenue leads to more spending in poverty alleviation programmes.
(d) People take advantage from the opportunities created by economic growth which further brings prosperity in the country.

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