What is the poverty line?

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What is the poverty line?

The poverty line is a threshold or a specific income level set by the government or relevant authorities to determine the minimum amount of income required for individuals or families to meet their basic needs and afford essential goods and services. It serves as a measure to identify and quantify the number of people living in poverty within a particular country or region.