Unemployment is the most common cause of poverty in India, as it deprives individuals and families of a regular source of income.

Social isolation is not a direct consequence of poverty, although it can be a contributing factor.

The main objective of MGNREGA is to provide employment to rural households, especially during the lean season.

Private shops are not a component of the PDS, as the PDS is a government-run system.

The NRLM has multiple objectives, including providing skill development training, microfinance, and promoting self-help groups.

Lack of resources is not a challenge in implementing poverty alleviation programs in India, as the government allocates significant funds for these programs.

The PMAY is a government scheme that aims to provide affordable housing to urban poor.

ICDS is not a component of the NFSA, although it is a government program that provides nutrition and healthcare services to children and pregnant women.

The DAY-NRLM has multiple objectives, including promoting self-employment, providing skill development training, and providing microfinance.

Political interference is not a challenge in measuring poverty in India, as the government is committed to reducing poverty.

The PMJDY has multiple objectives, including providing banking services, financial inclusion, and promoting digital payments.

Unemployment allowance is not a component of MGNREGA, as the program provides employment rather than unemployment benefits.

The NSAP has multiple objectives, including providing social assistance, old age pension, and widow pension.

Lack of political will is not a challenge in implementing the PDS in India, as the government is committed to providing food security to the poor.

The ICDS has multiple objectives, including providing nutrition and healthcare services, early childhood education, and promoting immunization.