On the basis of NFHS 2019-21 survey, the Multidimensional poverty in Uttarakhand in 2019-21 was

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  1. 11.30 percent
  2. 13.37 percent
  3. 12.55 percent
  4. 9.67 percent

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Option 4 : 9.67 percent
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  • According to the National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2023, which utilizes data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) 2019–21, the multidimensional poverty rate in Uttarakhand was 9.67%. Hence, option 4 is correct.
  • Significant Reduction: Uttarakhand's multidimensional poverty rate decreased from 17.67% in 2015–16 to 9.67% in 2019–21, marking an 8 percentage point decline.
  • Urban vs. Rural Disparity:
    • Rural Areas: The poverty rate dropped from 21.87% to 10.84%, a reduction of 11.03 percentage points.
    • Urban Areas: The rate decreased from 9.89% to 7%, a 2.89 percentage point decline.
  • Contributing Factors: Improvements in nutrition, education, sanitation, access to clean cooking fuel, electricity, housing, asset ownership, bank account access, and health services have played a pivotal role in reducing poverty levels.

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