Through resolution 47/196 adopted on 22 December 1992, the General Assembly declared 17 October as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty and invited all States to devote the Day to presenting and promoting. The theme for this year's International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is “Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment Acting together for just, peaceful and inclusive societies.” Poverty Alleviation Programmes aims to reduce the rate of poverty in the country by providing proper access to food, monetary help, and basic essentials to households and families belonging to below the poverty line threshold. One of the toughest challenges experienced by independent India is poverty and it further brings more challenges in life. Effects on Health: This biggest challenge of poverty is poor health. People who suffer from poverty have no access to sufficient food, proper clothing, medical facilities and a clean environment.