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The number of people below the poverty line increased to 22 per cent in 2011-12

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The statement is False. The number of people below the poverty line has declined drastically and reached 22 per cent in 2011-12. There are many reasons for the decline in poverty, such as various anti-poverty programs launched by the government. Poverty has also been reduced in urban and rural areas to a greater extent. Urban area poverty has decreased due to the expansion of the service sector, increased industrialisation, and a consequent increase in jobs. Rural area poverty has been reduced due to improved agricultural practices, resulting in higher incomes. Some of the contributions to this improvement are due to the migration to urban areas.
Thus the correct statement would be The people below the poverty line came down to 22 per cent in 2011-12

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