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QUESTION PYQ 06
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15 marks

Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty. Discuss in the context of 'paradox of poverty'.

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What the examiner wants

For Resource Inequality & Paradox of Poverty, discuss in sequence: first, Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty.; then, Discuss in the context of 'paradox of poverty'.. Keep evidence and the conclusion tied to these exact limbs.

DiscussExplain the different sides of the issue, use evidence, and finish with a balanced view.

Demand-wise check

  1. 1Inequality in the ownership pattern of resources is one of the major causes of poverty≈65 words
  2. 2Discuss in the context of 'paradox of poverty'≈65 words
  3. 3Use at least two question-relevant examples/evidence points to support the final judgment on Resource Inequality & Paradox of Poverty, proportionate to a 250-word answer≈65 words

Open in about 30 words and close in about 30.

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Frame Resource Inequality & Paradox of PovertyCausal drivers/mechanismQuestion-specific evidenceEffects or second limbRelative-weight/balanced conclusion

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