Child Labor in the Global Economy

Authors: Edmonds, Eric V.; Pavcnik, Nina

Source: The Journal of Economic Perspectives, Volume 19, Number 1, Winter 2005 , pp. 199-220(22)

Publisher: American Economic Association

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Abstract:

Few issues in developing countries draw as much popular attention as child labor. This paper begins by quantifying the extent and main characteristics of child labor. It then considers the evidence on a range of issues about child labor. Fundamentally, child labor is a symptom of poverty. Low income and poor institutions are driving forces behind the prevalence of child labor worldwide. This study concludes by assessing the policy options to reduce worldwide child labor.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1257/0895330053147895

Publication date: 2005-12-01

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