Congress criticized the government, alleging that economic growth has exacerbated inequality. Despite World Bank data showing a significant reduction in extreme poverty in India, Congress highlighted the absence of updated poverty lines since 2014. They emphasized the success of past initiatives like MGNREGA and the need for tax reforms to address inequality.
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