Rising food prices, poverty and its challenges: the case study of Pakistan

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to highlight how rising food prices influence the degree of poverty. Design/methodology/approach - This is an empirical study employing the simple regression analysis. Findings - Besides other variables it has been observed that poverty remains an important determinant of a country like Pakistan. Research limitations/implications - On the basis of this study a socio-economic policy can be formulated for a developing country like Pakistan. Practical implications - A development policy (especially considering the urban and rural population) can be formulated on the basis of this research for the provision of basic needs for a developing and an orthodox economy like Pakistan. Originality/value - This research is beneficial to researchers, policy makers and social scientists for the enhancement of the level of social welfare and poverty alleviation through its findings.