Question

According to the National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2021, which Union Territory has the lowest proportion of poor?

• A. Delhi
• B. Lakshadweep
• C. Chandigarh
• D. Puducherry

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Puducherry

The National MPI was developed by NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It measures poverty based on multiple deprivations across health, education, and standard of living.

• Puducherry recorded the lowest proportion of poor among all Union Territories in the 2021 index.

• This indicates that Puducherry has the highest level of multidimensional well-being when compared to other UTs.

• The index identifies specific deprivations faced by households, allowing for targeted policy interventions.