Summary
- Approximately 95 million Brazilians, nearly half of the population, receive government benefits.
- Programs like Bolsa Família and INSS provide aid to families and retirees, totaling over R$90 billion annually.
- The poverty threshold for aid eligibility is a per capita income of R$218 ($39).
- Regional disparities show varying levels of benefit recipients, highlighting socio-economic divides.
