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Which of the following is NOT a component of the Human Development Index (HDI)?

AIndustrial Growth Rate.

BPer capita Income (GNI)

CLiteracy Rate

DLife Expectancy

Answer:

A. Industrial Growth Rate.

Read Explanation:

  • HDI is a composite index with three main dimensions: a long and healthy life (measured by life expectancy), knowledge (measured by education and literacy), and a decent standard of living (measured by GNI per capita).

  • Industrial growth is not a direct component of the HDI calculation.

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