a) i. Poverty can be defined as a state or condition in which a person or community lacks the financial resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living, including food, shelter, clothing, and access to basic services such as education and healthcare.
ii. Demography is the scientific study of human populations, including their size, composition, distribution, and changes over time.
b) Two key social indicators of poverty include:
- Income inequality
- Access to education and healthcare
c) In Tanzania, some causes of poverty among Tanzanians include:
- Lack of access to quality education leading to limited job opportunities
- High levels of unemployment and underemployment
- Poor infrastructure and limited access to basic services such as clean water and healthcare
- Inadequate government policies and support for poverty alleviation programs
d) The relationship between population and poverty is complex, as a high population density can lead to increased demand for resources and services, which can strain the economy and lead to higher levels of poverty. Additionally, if the population growth rate exceeds the rate of economic growth, it can also contribute to poverty.
e) Some appropriate/viable strategies for poverty reduction in Tanzania include:
- Improving access to quality education and vocational training to enhance job opportunities
- Investing in infrastructure development to improve access to basic services such as clean water, healthcare, and transportation
- Implementing social protection programs to support vulnerable populations
- Improving agricultural practices and promoting sustainable development to create economic opportunities
- Strengthening governance and tackling corruption to ensure efficient use of resources for poverty alleviation efforts.
Population studies is highly related to socio-economic characteristics of people in a given area, thus related to poverty.
(a) i Define the term poverty
ii Define the term Demography
(b) Identify at least two key social indicators of poverty.
(c) Based on a known society in Tanzania, explain the causes of poverty among the Tanzanians.
(d) Identify the relationship between population and poverty.
(e) What do you consider to be appropriate/viable strategies for poverty reduction as far as Tanzanian population is concerned.
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