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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 55

SSC MTS - 29/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q55

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Which of the following Union Territories of India marks the lowest poverty in the National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A Progress Review 2023?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Puducherry.

 

According to the National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A Progress Review 2023, the Union Territory with the lowest poverty rate is Puducherry.

  • Puducherry has the lowest percentage of the population identified as multidimensionally poor among all Union Territories in India. The index assesses poverty across multiple dimensions, including health, education, and standard of living.

  • Lakshadweep, while performing well, has a slightly higher poverty rate compared to Puducherry.

  • Chandigarh and Delhi also have low poverty rates but are slightly higher than Puducherry.