According to National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2021, which of the following states recorded the steepest decline in poor?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Bihar.
- According to the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2021, released by NITI Aayog, Bihar recorded the steepest decline in the proportion of poor among all Indian states.
- Although Bihar had one of the highest poverty levels earlier, it also showed the fastest improvement in reducing multidimensional poverty between 2015–16 and 2019–21.
- The index measures poverty based on multiple dimensions such as health, education, and standard of living, rather than income alone.
- Bihar’s significant progress is attributed to improvements in sanitation, housing, access to electricity, and nutrition.