1 “...This paper quantifies the contributions to poverty reduction observed in Sri Lanka between 2002...”

2 “... to observed reductions in poverty? Using counterfactual simulations, this paper accounts for the contribution...”

3 “...This paper quantifies the contributions of different factors to poverty reduction observed...”

4 Table of Contents: “... understanding of poverty reduction -- A simple approach to understanding changes in poverty and inequality...”

5 Subjects: “...Poverty Reduction...”

6 “...Directions in Development - Poverty...”

7 “...This paper assesses the impact of fiscal policy on the incidence, depth, and severity of poverty...”

8 “... the progressivity of the main tax and social spending programs and quantify their impact on poverty and inequality...”

9 “...This paper describes the impact of fiscal policy on inequality and poverty, and examines recent...”

10 “... and transfers leads to an increase in poverty, as direct cash transfers to poor households are not large enough...”