THE CONCEPT OF POVERTY AND ITS IMPLICATIONS IN COLOMBIA

This article aims to explore some bibliographic acquits on the concept of poverty. After first revisions is possible to observe that this phenomenon is addressed from two approaches or points of view; the first could be defined as reductionist, while the second could be categorized as multidimensional. Also, will seek to examine studies which have been developed on the subject of poverty in Colombia (reviews the latest report published by the National Planning Department of poverty). Also, deals with certain social policies implemented in Colombia, aimed at reducing poverty in the country, from the Government of Virgilio Barco levels. Finally, the author intends to approach the subject with the intention to incorporate the principle of uncertainty in the concept of poverty, since it can be a source of distress and suffering in poor people, therefore reportedly this principle not been treated with clarity in discussions on poverty.