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Chapter 15: Q. 20 (page 377)

What is the safety net?

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Safety-net refers to the welfare and anti-poverty programs implemented by the US government for the poor and the near-poor of the country.

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Step 1. Introduction

The government of a country is entitled to the responsibility of safeguarding its people in the country, especially the poor or the low-wage earners. The government takes steps for increasing the welfare of the poor in the country.

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Step 2. Safety net

For the purpose of increasing the welfare of the poor (who lie below the poverty line) and the near-poor (who earns just above the poverty line), the US government launches many welfare and anti-poverty programs in the country. These programs are considered as safety-net provided by the government.

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