Russian Federation
The article examines the justifications and causes of poverty and social inequality that prevent low-income citizens from living more decently. A number of factors influencing the financial situation of citizens are given, under the influence of which social inequality in people's living standards is formed. Recommendations are given on poverty reduction and opportunities to improve the standard of living of the population, which will enable some citizens to overcome the poverty threshold.
poverty, cost of living, consumer basket, low income, assistance
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