Poverty can lead to corruption through several mechanisms: 1. Lack of access to basic needs: Poverty often means that individuals and communities lack access to basic necessities such as food, clean water, healthcare, and education. In such desperate conditions, people may resort to corrupt practices to fulfill their basic needs or survive. 2. Limited economic opportunities: Poverty is often associated with limited economic opportunities, high unemployment rates, and low wages. When individuals struggle to make ends meet and have no means of earning a decent living, they may turn to corruption as a means of securing income or employment. 3. Weak governance and institutions: Poverty-stricken areas often have weak governments and poorly functioning institutions. The lack of effective checks and balances, transparency, and accountability creates an environment conducive to corruption. In such situations, public officials and law enforcement may exploit their powers for personal gain. 4. Disproportionate distribution of resources: Poverty exacerbates inequality and the uneven distribution of wealth and resources.
