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STREET BEGGING

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How to Reduce Begging Without Neglecting the Poor How often do we encounter beggars at almost every traffic signal? They keep irritating us until we give them some money or try to avoid them. But it becomes almost impossible to avoid them because most are professional beggars, not needy, and have all the tactics to convince you. This situation is alarming. Introduction: A Social Problem That Needs Compassion and Action Street Begging Begging is a complex social problem that can be seen in many cities and towns around the world. People asking for money on streets, at traffic signals, outside shops, and near public places have become a familiar sight. Some people beg because they face extreme poverty, unemployment, disability, homelessness, or a lack of family support. Others may be forced into begging or exploited by organized groups. Reducing begging is not simply a matter of asking people to stop requesting money. It requires understanding why people beg and addressing the difficu...