India Growth & Key Indicators — Set 5
Economy Advanced · भारत की वृद्धि और मुख्य संकेतक · Questions 41–50 of 100
India's rank in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023 placed it below which neighbours?
Correct Answer: A. Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
India ranked 111 in GHI 2023, while Nepal (69), Bangladesh (81), and Sri Lanka (60) all ranked higher (less hunger). India's lower rank reflects high child wasting rates, which at 18.7% is the highest in the world. The Indian government has disputed GHI's methodology, arguing it uses flawed and non-representative data, particularly regarding stunting and wasting estimates.
Which index measures a country's ability to improve the well-being of its citizens in the context of its economic development?
Correct Answer: B. Social Progress Index (SPI)
The Social Progress Index (SPI) measures social and environmental outcomes independent of economic indicators like GDP. It covers basic human needs, foundations of wellbeing, and opportunity. Published by the Social Progress Imperative, it assesses 170+ countries. Nordic countries dominate the top positions. India ranks around 110th in SPI, indicating gaps between economic growth and social outcomes.
India's gross enrolment ratio (GER) in higher education reached approximately what percentage in 2021-22?
Correct Answer: C. 28%
India's Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education reached approximately 28.4% in 2021-22 as per AISHE (All India Survey on Higher Education) data. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 targets a GER of 50% in higher education by 2035. India has the world's largest higher education system by institution count, with over 1,000 universities and 42,000+ colleges.
Which committee recommended the creation of an independent statistical commission for India?
Correct Answer: C. Srinivasan Committee
The Srinivasan Committee (C.R. Rao Committee, later the National Statistical Commission under Rangarajan) recommended reforms in India's statistical system. The National Statistical Commission (NSC) was established in 2005 following recommendations of the Rangarajan Commission on Statistics (2001). NSC advises the government on statistical standards and oversees NSSO and CSO activities.
India's rank in the Rule of Law Index 2023 published by World Justice Project was approximately:
Correct Answer: A. 79
India ranked approximately 79th in the World Justice Project's Rule of Law Index 2023 out of 140 countries. The index measures how the rule of law is experienced by ordinary people across 8 factors: constraints on government powers, absence of corruption, open government, fundamental rights, order and security, regulatory enforcement, civil justice, and criminal justice. Denmark tops the index.
The concept of 'demographic dividend' refers to India's advantage from:
Correct Answer: B. High proportion of working-age population
India's demographic dividend refers to the economic growth potential arising from a large and growing working-age population (15–64 years) relative to dependents. India has about 65% of its population in the working-age group, which will peak around 2041. To convert this into economic gains, India must create adequate jobs, improve education and skills, and ensure health of this workforce.
India's mean years of schooling (MYS) as per recent HDR data is approximately:
Correct Answer: B. 6.7 years
India's Mean Years of Schooling (MYS) is approximately 6.7 years as per UNDP Human Development Report data, compared to Norway's 13+ years. MYS is one of the two education indicators in the HDI (along with Expected Years of Schooling). India's low MYS reflects high dropout rates, especially at secondary level, and educational inequality across states and gender groups.
India's current account surplus during 2020-21 was primarily due to:
Correct Answer: B. Sharp fall in imports during COVID lockdowns
India recorded a current account surplus of about 0.9% of GDP in 2020-21, which was exceptional and first time in many years. This was primarily due to a sharp fall in imports, especially oil imports, during COVID-19 lockdowns. Services exports (IT/BPO) remained relatively stable while merchandise imports collapsed. This was not a sign of strength but of demand compression.
The Sixth Economic Census in India was conducted in:
Correct Answer: A. 2013-14
India's Sixth Economic Census was conducted in 2013-14 by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) and Central Statistical Office (CSO). It enumerated all non-farm economic establishments and provided data on employment, ownership patterns, and economic activity. The 7th Economic Census was conducted in 2019-20 using a digital platform in partnership with CSC e-Governance.
India's Services Sector contributes approximately what percentage to GDP?
Correct Answer: C. 55%
India's services sector contributes approximately 55–57% to GDP at current prices, making India a services-led economy. This includes trade, hotels, transport, communication, financial services, real estate, and public administration. Agriculture contributes about 15–17% and industry about 25–27%. India's IT/BPO, telecom, and financial services are globally competitive.