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VOL. 11, ISSUE 12 (2025)
Poverty and unemployment in Bihar: An insight to Government Schemes in creating avenues of livelihood
Authors
Dr. Soofia Fatima
Abstract
The extreme poverty of India has certainly
reduced but Bihar still struggles with substantial poverty. Addressing the poverty of Bihar is a central
development challenge for the economy of India. Bihar, being one of India's
most populous and economically challenged states, grapples with high levels of
poverty and unemployment. A high proportion of India's multidimensional poor
still reside in Bihar. Bihar's employment is still primarily in the informal
sector and agriculture, suggesting ongoing underemployment and low wages despite
low unemployment rates. Using secondary data from government reports, periodic
labour force surveys, and development indicators, the paper highlights the
trends and interlinkages between poverty, joblessness, and livelihood
insecurity in the state. The role of government interventions aimed at poverty
alleviation and livelihood creation in Bihar, is identified. Government schemes
have played a significant role in mitigating extreme poverty and providing
short-term employment and livelihood opportunities. The long-term reduction in
unemployment and poverty in Bihar requires a comprehensive strategy.
Strengthening skill-oriented education, promoting labour-intensive industries,
improving rural infrastructure, enhancing credit access, and fostering
entrepreneurship are essential for creating sustainable livelihoods.
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Pages:200-203
How to cite this article:
Dr. Soofia Fatima "Poverty and unemployment in Bihar: An insight to Government Schemes in creating avenues of livelihood". International Journal of Commerce and Management Research, Vol 11, Issue 12, 2025, Pages 200-203
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