Question

According to National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2023 (A Progress Review) the proportion of population in multidimensional poverty (Headcount Ratio) in urban 2019-2021?

• A. 2.12%
• B. 11.32%
• C. 5.27%
• D. 6.96%

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 5.27%

• The National MPI is a tool to measure poverty across dimensions and indicators, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). • It is developed by NITI Aayog, the government's think tank, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). • The index measures poverty based on deprivations in three dimensions: • Health • Education • Standard of Living