Question

Which of the following is a benefit of the Social Progress Index over the Human Development Index (HDI)?

• A. It focuses solely on economic indicators.
• B. It accounts for the efficiency of government spending.
• C. It ignores environmental factors.
• D. It includes only income levels.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It accounts for the efficiency of government spending.

The SPI evaluates not just the money spent by governments but also how efficiently that money is used to improve social and environmental outcomes, making it a more comprehensive measure compared to HDI.