Question

Evaluate the following statements about the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MP

  • I : I. The global Multidimensional Poverty Index measures acute deprivation across three dimensions — health, education, and standard of living — using ten indicators, with a person identified as multidimensionally poor if the weighted deprivation score is at least one-third (33.3%). II. According to NITI Aayog’s discussion paper on multidimensional poverty, an estimated 24.82 crore people escaped multidimensional poverty in India between 2013-14 and 2022-23. Which of the above is/are correct?
A Only II
B Only I
C Both I and II
D Neither I nor II
E I is correct, II is an exaggeration
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