põhisissetulekuga

Põhisissetulekuga, often translated as basic income or universal basic income, refers to a socioeconomic concept where all citizens of a country receive a regular, unconditional sum of money from the government. This payment is intended to cover basic living expenses, regardless of employment status, income level, or willingness to work. The core idea is to provide a financial safety net that can alleviate poverty, reduce inequality, and offer individuals greater autonomy and security.

Proponents argue that basic income can simplify welfare systems, boost entrepreneurship, improve public health outcomes, and empower individuals to pursue education or caregiving roles. They suggest it could also address job displacement caused by automation.

Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential costs of implementing such a system, the possibility of inflation, and whether it might disincentivize work. There are also debates about the appropriate level of the basic income payment and how it would be funded. Various pilot programs and studies have been conducted or are underway in different parts of the world to explore the effects and feasibility of basic income models. The term can also be used in a more general sense to describe any income that forms the primary source of a person's livelihood.