According to the Human Development Index 2023-24, what is the rank of India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 134.
According to the Human Development Index (HDI) 2023–24, India ranks 134th out of 193 countries and territories. This reflects gradual progress in key human development indicators. India’s HDI value increased to 0.644, showing improvements in life expectancy (67.7 years), expected years of schooling (12.6 years), mean years of schooling (6.57 years), and Gross National Income per capita ($6,951). The country also made progress in reducing gender inequality, with a Gender Inequality Index of 0.437, better than regional averages. These improvements indicate India’s ongoing efforts in enhancing education, health, and economic well-being for its population, contributing to overall human development.