India Growth & Key Indicators — Set 2
Economy Advanced · भारत की वृद्धि और मुख्य संकेतक · Questions 11–20 of 100
NFHS-5 (National Family Health Survey 5) data collection was completed in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 2021-22
NFHS-5 was conducted during 2019-21 and the full report was released in 2021-22. It is conducted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare through the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai. NFHS-5 for the first time covered all districts of India and provided data on nutrition, maternal health, child mortality, family planning, and anaemia.
India's real GDP growth rate target under Viksit Bharat 2047 is approximately:
Correct Answer: C. 8–9% per annum
India needs to sustain a real GDP growth rate of 8–9% per annum consistently to achieve Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, the centenary of independence. At this rate, India's GDP is projected to reach $30 trillion by 2047. The vision encompasses full employment, zero poverty, 100% literacy, and advanced infrastructure.
In which year did India first cross the $1 trillion GDP milestone?
Correct Answer: B. 2007
India crossed the $1 trillion GDP mark for the first time in 2007. It took India about 40 years after independence to reach $0.5 trillion and another 12 years to reach $1 trillion. By 2022, India had crossed $3 trillion, and by 2024 reached $3.73 trillion, reflecting the acceleration of economic growth post-liberalization.
India's GDP at Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) makes it the __ largest economy in the world.
Correct Answer: B. 3rd
In terms of GDP at Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), India is the 3rd largest economy in the world after the United States and China. PPP adjusts for differences in price levels across countries, making it a better measure for comparing living standards. While India ranks 5th in nominal GDP, its PPP rank is higher because Indian prices are lower.
The NFHS-5 data showed India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has dropped to:
Correct Answer: C. 2.0
NFHS-5 (2019-21) reported India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) at 2.0, which is at the replacement level fertility of 2.1. This is a significant milestone, as it means India's population growth is stabilizing. States like Bihar (3.0) and UP (2.4) still remain above the national average, while southern states like TN and Kerala are below replacement level.
Which organization publishes the Global Innovation Index (GII) annually?
Correct Answer: C. WIPO
The Global Innovation Index (GII) is published annually by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in partnership with Cornell University and INSEAD business school. It ranks 132+ economies on 80 indicators across innovation inputs and outputs. Switzerland has been the top innovator for many years, and India's improvement to 40th rank reflects growing innovation capacity.
India's Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is published by:
Correct Answer: D. Both A and B
India's MPI has two versions: the Global MPI published jointly by UNDP and Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI), and the National MPI published by NITI Aayog. The NITI Aayog National MPI 2023 reported 415 million people escaped poverty in 15 years. Both indices use similar three dimensions: health, education, and living standards, but with different indicators.
India's rank in the Press Freedom Index 2023 (published by RSF) was:
Correct Answer: B. 161
India ranked 161 out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index 2023 published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). This placed India among the lower-ranked countries for press freedom. Norway tops the Press Freedom Index consistently. The ranking considers political context, legal framework, economic context, sociocultural context, and safety of journalists.
The base year used for calculating India's GDP currently is:
Correct Answer: B. 2011-12
India's GDP is currently calculated using 2011-12 as the base year, adopted in 2015 following recommendations of the National Statistical Commission. The previous base year was 2004-05. The switch also involved adopting the System of National Accounts (SNA) 2008 methodology, which changed GNP to GNI and introduced GVA as a primary measure.
India's Life Expectancy at Birth as per NFHS-5 and recent estimates is approximately:
Correct Answer: B. 70 years
India's Life Expectancy at Birth is approximately 70 years (2020-25 estimates), up from 32 years at independence in 1947. Male life expectancy is around 68-69 years and female is around 71-72 years, reflecting gender differences in survival. This improvement is due to better healthcare, vaccination programs, reduced infant mortality, and improved nutrition.