Poverty: Causes and Solutions

Poverty: Causes and Solutions, by Abbas Alaghebandian is a comprehensive study of the roots of poverty and the pathways out of it. This groundbreaking work goes beyond economics to examine the ethical, social, and political dimensions of deprivation. Drawing on decades of research and the insights of thinkers such as Jeffrey Sachs, Amartya Sen, and Joseph Stiglitz, the book shows how corruption, inequality, and the erosion of ethics entrench cycles of poverty. What makes this work especially valuable is that it does not stop at diagnosis. It presents practical strategies and solutions—from ethical reforms and governance improvements to social and economic development programs—offering a roadmap tested against years of study and global lessons. Only then does Alaghebandian turn to the often-overlooked dimension of water poverty and environmental mismanagement, showing how sustainable water policies and ecological stewardship are essential to breaking the cycle of scarcity and building long-term resilience. With its integrated approach, Poverty: Causes and Solutions equips policymakers, academics, and engaged citizens with both a deep understanding of poverty’s causes and a set of forward-looking solutions for overcoming it.