What is absolute and relative poverty
absolute poverty is lacking basic essentials for survival and relative poverty is being poor compared to the average standard of living.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is absolute and relative poverty | absolute poverty is lacking basic essentials for survival and relative poverty is being poor compared to the average standard of living. |
Why might people live in relative poverty in the UK | people may face low wages |
What are some impacts of poverty in developing countries | poverty can cause poor healthcare |
Which charities try to relieve poverty | charities include Oxfam |
What is long‑term aid | long‑term aid tackles the root causes of poverty over time to help communities become self‑sufficient. |
What is emergency relief | emergency relief is immediate help given after disasters to meet basic survival needs. |
How do charities raise money | charities raise money through donations |
What religious teachings relate to poverty | religions teach generosity such as Christian love your neighbour |
What are examples of religious philanthropists | examples include Mother Teresa |
Is it acceptable to be religious and rich | it can be acceptable if wealth is used responsibly but some argue it risks greed and inequality. |
What impact does the National Lottery have in the UK | it funds arts |
Why might religions condemn gambling | religions condemn gambling because it encourages greed |