Despite economic growth, multidimensional poverty continues to persist in India. Analyse the underlying causes and discuss the measures taken by the government to address them. (Answer in 250 words)

As per NITI Aayog multidimensional poverty in India come down from 22% to 11.5%. Also world bank data extreme poverty in India at 5.3% Rich Paradox of India: [World's Fastest growing economy ↔ World's largest population of extreme poor serious level hunger and malnutrition index] Reason for persistence of poverty: 1) Rising population: India world's largest population. -Poor high fertility rate (e.g., Bihar 2.9) 2) Limited reaches: Government scheme limited coverage