The Sustainable Development Report 2024 indicated that India is lagging on certain SDG targets. Which specific goals contributed most to this underperformance?
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Correct answer: C
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Solution: The correct answer is SDG-2 and SDG-6: Zero Hunger and Clean Water.
Explanation:
☛ The Sustainable Development Report 2024 was published by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN).
☛ In the 2024 report, India was ranked 109th among 166 countries with an overall score of 64.0.
☛ The report revealed that India faces significant challenges and stagnation in critical targets, notably SDG-2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG-6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
☛ Persistent issues like malnutrition, stunting, food security, groundwater depletion, and safe sanitation infrastructure remain the major drivers of this underperformance.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A set of 17 global goals and 169 targets adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda.
☛ Top Performer: Finland secured the 1st rank globally in the Sustainable Development Report 2024.
☛ SDG India Index: In India, the progress of States and UTs on SDGs is monitored and published by NITI Aayog.
☛ SDG-1: Focuses on No Poverty (eradicating poverty in all forms everywhere).
☛ SDG-7: Aims to ensure access to Affordable and Clean Energy for all.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ In which year were the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations? → 2015
☛ What is the target deadline for achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals? → 2030
☛ Which Indian institution releases the National SDG India Index? → NITI Aayog
☛ How many goals and targets are included in the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development? → 17 Goals and 169 Targets
☛ Which country achieved the first rank in the Sustainable Development Report 2024? → Finland