Q. With reference to the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2023, consider the following statements::
1.As per the index, India has witnessed a significant increase in the poverty level.
2.As per the index, nearly two-thirds of all poor people live in middle-income countries.
3.The MPI is calculated by multiplying the incidence of poverty and the average intensity of poverty..
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. As per the index, India saw a remarkable reduction in poverty. People in India who are multi-dimensionally poor and deprived under the nutrition indicator declined from 44% in 2005-06 to 12% in 2019/21.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. As per the report, nearly two-thirds of all poor people live in middle-income countries, globally. The MPI is calculated by multiplying the incidence of poverty and the average intensity of poverty.
Source: ForumIAS
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