BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 45
As per NFHS-5 data, which of the following state(s) recorded less than 6% of the population as multidimensionally poor in 2019-20?
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Answer: (D) More than one of the above
Explanation
NITI Aayog's MPI (NFHS-5) shows J&K and Himachal Pradesh under 6%, while UP was over 20%.
- (A) Incorrect
Wrong: about 4.8%, below 6%, but Himachal also qualifies.
- (B) Incorrect
Wrong: about 4.9%, below 6%, but J&K also qualifies.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: UP's share was about 23%, far above 6%.
- (D) Correct
Correct: both J&K and Himachal Pradesh were below 6%.