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    Question

    The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)

    released by the Government of India measures poverty using which of the following three dimensions?
    A Income, employment, and housing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Health, education, and standard of living Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nutrition, consumption, and asset ownership Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Income inequality, literacy, and sanitation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Employment, skill level, and access to credit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    India’s National Multidimensional Poverty Index measures deprivation across three dimensions — health, education, and standard of living. These dimensions are assessed using multiple indicators such as nutrition, years of schooling, sanitation, drinking water, housing, and assets, providing a comprehensive picture of poverty beyond income.

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