The Indian government constructs houses for the homeless,to move them out of the slums.Soon as these houses are constructed,the homeless,rent them out and moved to another slum.Where could the policy have gone wrong?

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​The Indian government constructs houses for the homeless,to move them out of the slums.Soon as these houses are constructed,the homeless,rent them out and moved to another slum.Where could the policy have gone wrong?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The policy could have been more effective if the poor were given the choice and control over their own allocation of resources, such as the cash equivalent of the house, as they may have used it more effectively for their own needs. Additionally, the government may not have effectively allocated funds to the highest priority needs of the homeless population. Therefore, both A and B are valid explanations for why the policy may have failed.

​The Indian Government Constructs Houses for the Homeless,to Move Them

The Indian Government Constructs Houses for the Homeless,to Move Them