Extreme Poverty
Definition
Extreme poverty is defined as living on less than $1.90 per day. It implies severe deprivation of basic human needs such as food, safe drinking water, sanitation facilities, health, shelter, education and information.
Related terms
Absolute Poverty: This refers to a condition where household income is below necessary level to maintain basic living standards (food, shelter, housing).
Relative Poverty: It refers to economic inequality within the population or society under consideration.
Poverty Line: It is the minimum level of income deemed adequate in a particular country.
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