Income is the flow of money received over a period of time
Limited access to education is a cause of poverty
What is poverty characterized by?
Lack of basic resources
What are the impacts of poverty on individuals?
Malnutrition, poor health, exclusion
What are human rights considered in terms of their application?
Universal and inalienable
Why are human rights protected by international and national laws?
To ensure legal recourse
Wealth is the total value of assets owned, while income is the money received over a period of time
What does poverty refer to in the context of wealth inequality?
Lack of basic resources
Match the impact with either wealth or poverty:
Financial security ↔️ Wealth
Limited opportunities ↔️ Poverty
Wealth and poverty have significant consequences for both individuals and societies
What are three consequences of poverty for individuals?
Poor health, limited education, social exclusion
Human rights apply universally to all people regardless of their status.
True
The right to an adequate standard of living ensures access to essential resources like food and housing.
True
Income refers to the money received over a period of time, such as from a salary or dividends.
True
What is the definition of poverty according to the study material?
Lack of access to basic resources
How does wealth inequality exacerbate poverty?
Limits opportunities for those with fewer resources
Poverty can hinder wealth creation because those without access to education, healthcare, and other essential services face greater challenges in accumulating assets
Discrimination based on race, gender, or ethnicity contributes to poverty
Greater economic mobility is a consequence of wealth.
True
Marginalization and social exclusion of the poor are examples of discrimination related to poverty.
True
Match the initiative with its impact:
Minimum wage increases ↔️ Help ensure workers can afford an adequate standard of living
Universal basic income trials ↔️ Provide a safety net and reduce poverty
What are human rights fundamental rights and freedoms inherent to?
All human beings
Match the human right with its impact on wealth and poverty:
Adequate Standard of Living ↔️ Ensures basic needs are met
Social Security ↔️ Reduces vulnerability to hardship
Social security provides support during unemployment only.
False
What characterizes poverty in contrast to wealth?
Lack of access to resources
Why is addressing the root causes of poverty crucial?
Ensuring a decent standard of living
Wealth is accumulated through high income, savings, and investments.
True
Match the characteristic with either poverty or wealth:
Lack of basic resources ↔️ Poverty
Accumulation of assets ↔️ Wealth
Fundamental rights ensure basic entitlements to ensure dignity and equality
What does an adequate standard of living ensure for individuals?
Basic needs are met
Match the characteristic with either poverty or wealth:
Lack of access to basic resources ↔️ Poverty
Accumulation of assets ↔️ Wealth
Poverty can hinder wealth creation due to a lack of access to education and healthcare
Poverty is often caused by discrimination and lack of access to essential services.
True
What are three consequences of wealth for individuals?
Improved living standards, better healthcare, increased opportunities
What are human rights according to the study material?
Fundamental rights and freedoms
What are two examples of economic rights mentioned in the study material?
Right to adequate living, social security
What is the definition of wealth according to the study material?