GS2 · 15 marks · 250 words
Hunger is both a cause and a consequence of poverty, and addressing it requires a multidimensional approach. Analyze the effectiveness of a multidimensional approach with examples from key government initiatives.
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Syllabus: Issues relating to poverty and hunger.
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