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?

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?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

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.

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