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As per the SDG India Index 2023-24 , significant progress has been made in various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through targeted interventions and government schemes. However, India remains off-target in some areas despite overall improvements in the SDG scores. Based on the data provided in the 2023-24 index, which of the following accurately represents India's challenges in achieving the SDG targets?

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Indias overall SDG score has improved, but Goal 13 Climate Action remains a significant challenge. Many states in India face vulnerabilities to climate change, such as rising temperatures, water scarcity, and natural disasters, which hinder progress in this goal.

A India's progress in Goal 13 (Climate Action) has been the slowest, with minimal improvement in the last three years.

B Despite government interventions, India's Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) still records a low score due to poor job creation

C India's overall SDG score improved from 66 in 2020-21 to 71 in 2023-24, but several states still lag in Goal 13 (Climate Action) due to climate vulnerability.

D India's Goal 1 (No Poverty) remains the most challenging, with minimal improvement in poverty reduction despite significant economic growth.

E Progress in Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) has remained stagnant despite substantial government investments in sanitation and clean water initiatives.

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