Absolute Deprivation (Explained in 3 Minutes)
Absolute deprivation refers to a condition where an individual or group lacks the basic necessities of life, such as food, shelter, clean water, and healthcare. This type of deprivation is measured by an objective standard, meaning it doesn't depend on what others have but on what is minimally required for survival. People experiencing absolute deprivation face severe hardships that threaten their ability to live healthy, stable lives. Unlike relative deprivation, which compares one’s situation to others in society, absolute deprivation is about meeting essential needs.