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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 28

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 03 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q28

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According to the poverty statistics in India (2011-12), which group has the lowest percentage of population below the poverty line?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Goa and Kerala

  • According to the poverty statistics in India (2011-12), Goa and Kerala group has the lowest percentage of population below the poverty line.
  • An estimated 21.9% of India’s population lived below the poverty line in 2011–12, with a rural poverty rate of 25.7% and an urban rate of 13.7%.
  • Among the states, Goa reported the lowest incidence of poverty at 5.09%, followed by Kerala at 7.05%.

  • The poverty line represents the minimum income an individual needs to secure essential living needs—such as adequate food, safe shelter, and basic clothing.