Absolute poverty refers to a severe deprivation of basic human needs, including food, clean water, shelter, sanitation, healthcare, and education. Individuals living in absolute poverty lack the resources necessary to meet their basic needs for survival and are unable to afford even the most basic necessities of life. This level of poverty is often characterized by extreme hunger, malnutrition, and a lack of access to essential services, making it difficult for individuals to escape the cycle of poverty.