CRITERIA AND INDICATORS OF SOCIOLOGICAL RESEARCH OF THE PHENOMENON OF POVERTY

Abstract

The phenomenon of poverty is well recognized as a multidimensional social problem. Many studies have attempted to understand poverty, but developing appropriate criteria and indicators presents a challenge. This article proposes a comprehensive approach for developing criteria and indicators for sociological research on poverty. It emphasizes holistic understanding, multiple perspectives, and interdisciplinary analysis. The paper discusses various conceptualizations of poverty and their implications for criteria and indicators, such as relative and absolute poverty, subjective poverty, and social exclusion. The article also addresses the importance of context, temporal variations, and diverse social groups. Finally, the paper concludes with reflections on the potential impact of the proposed criteria and indicators on poverty research and policy-making.