With reference to poverty estimation in India, consider the following statements: I. Poverty line estimation in India has traditionally been linked to calorie-based minimum consumption norms. II. The poverty line is identical for rural and urban areas because the same nutritional standard is applied uniformly. III. Poverty estimation in India has been periodically revised by different expert groups and committees. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following statements with regard to the Report of Tendulkar Committee (2009) on poverty estimates is/are correct? 1. The Committee had used an all-India urban poverty line basket as a re…

With reference to the National Investment fund to which the disinvestment proceeds are routed, consider the following statements: 1. The assets in the National Investment Fund are managed by the Unio…

Which of the following methods have been used to estimate poverty in India? 1. Head Count Ratio 2. Calorie Intake 3. Household Consumption Expenditure 4. Per Capita Income Select the correct answer f…

Consider the following statements in respect of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD): I. It provides loans and guarantees to middle income countries. II. It works single-h…

Consider the following statements regarding the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Scheme: I. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. II. It was launched in 1975 to break the cycle of malnutrit…