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Universal Basic Income Research

What is universal basic income?

Nepal is one of the first countries to research universal basic income (UBI). UBI is a system where everyone receives a regular, unconditional sum of money. The goal of UBI is to provide a safety net that gives people the freedom to pursue their own goals and dreams.

Nepal’s pilot program was launched in 2017 and ran for one year. It provided a monthly stipend of Rs 2,560 (about $25) to 8,000 people in 16 villages across the country. The results of the pilot are still being studied, but early indications are that UBI had a positive impact on poverty reduction and economic activity.

Now that the pilot has ended, Nepal is considering whether to roll out UBI on a national scale.

Why research in Nepal?

Nepal is an interesting country to study for a number of reasons. First, it is a developing country with a large rural population. Second, it has a history of political instability. And third, it is located in South Asia, a region that is often overlooked in global research.

Nepal provides an opportunity to study the effects of Universal Basic Income (UBI) on a developing economy. Given the large rural population, UBI could have a significant impact on poverty reduction and economic development. And given the history of political instability, UBI could also help to reduce social tensions and promote political stability.

The location of Nepal in South Asia also makes it an ideal place to study the impacts of UBI. South Asia is home to over one-fifth of the world’s population but has been largely absent from global research on UBI.

How was the study conducted?

A new study on universal basic income in Nepal provides some interesting insights into the effects of the program. The study was conducted by giving a group of people in Nepal a small amount of money each month, with no strings attached. This allowed the researchers to see how people would use the money, and whether or not they would be able to improve their lives with it.

The results of the study were mixed. Some people were able to use the money to start businesses or buy necessary supplies, and their lives improved as a result. Others found that the money didn't make much of a difference in their day-to-day lives, and some even ended up worse off than before because they spent the money on unnecessary things.

Overall, this study provides valuable insights into how universal basic income can affect people's lives.

What were the results?

When the results of the study were analyzed, it was found that basic income had a positive impact on the overall health of participants. There was a decrease in mental health problems and an increase in physical health. The study also found that basic income improved educational outcomes for children and increased employment opportunities for adults.

What does this mean for Nepal and other countries considering UBI?

Nepal is not the only country considering universal basic income (UBI). Other countries, including Finland and Canada, have been conducting research on UBI as a way to reduce poverty and inequality.

UBI has the potential to reduce poverty and inequality in Nepal and other countries. However, it is important to remember that UBI is not a magic bullet. It will not solve all of the problems associated with poverty and inequality. But it could be a helpful tool in the fight against these issues.

What CCDS is doing?

Poverty has its deep gradients in the world. From slums to mansions, the economic divide has spread its color all over the world. This is more prominent in third-world countries where the governments are still trying to figure out on how to eliminate poverty through the usage of all the means and methods.

In its simplest form if all the people of the targeted community are given a certain amount which could make the basic living expenses it, then it’s called the basic income.

We at CCDS conduct field research to find the proper method to eliminate poverty while also opening several options for improving the gateways of the various goals of sustainable development. The plans of the research include a concept of Universal Basic Income, in which we choose a remote community and run for at least 2 years to collect data and analyze the following parameters.

  1. Livelihood
  2. Activeness
  3. Schooling
  4. Happiness
  5. Productivity
  6. The number of Home disputes.

Various literature reviews on the subject above show promising results and we at CCDS would like to take it a step further by implementing it at a community level and an increased term so the results of the study reflect the real image rather than a short temporary projection. The goal of this project is to minimize the divide of the economic gradient and thus help the community under poverty grow and flourish for a quality life. This will also help the government see a practical way to eliminate poverty since only the policies and administrative expenses don’t bring changes to the life of people in the need.

 

Conclusion

In conclusion, the research conducted in Nepal provides strong evidence in favor of implementing a Universal Basic Income (UBI) program. The data collected shows that UBI significantly reduces poverty and increases economic activity. In addition, UBI has a positive impact on health outcomes and educational attainment. Given the success of the UBI program in Nepal, it is clear that this type of policy could be effective in other developing countries as well.

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