Question

How do poverty alleviation programmes function in relation to employment generation?

Options

• They only benefit the service sector

• They are completely separate from employment generation

• They are essentially employment generation programmes that provide work while addressing poverty-related needs

• They reduce employment opportunities

Answer 1

Many poverty alleviation programmes are essentially employment generation programmes. These programmes serve dual purposes: they generate employment while simultaneously providing essential services and infrastructure in areas like health, education, water, housing, sanitation, roads, and land development.