Match the following states with percentage of population below the poverty line. According to the Planning Commission of India (2011-12).

States	Percentage of Population Below Poverty Line
A) Gujarat	a) 8.06%
B) Haryana	b) 11.16%
C) Himachal Pradesh	c) 16.63%

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) 1-c, 2-b, 3-a

Explanation:

• Gujarat had 16.63% of its population below the poverty line as per the 2011-12 data.

• Haryana had 11.16% of its population below the poverty line.

• Himachal Pradesh had 8.06% of its population below the poverty line.

Thus, the correct matching is:

• Gujarat → 16.63% (c)

• Haryana → 11.16% (b)

• Himachal Pradesh → 8.06% (a)

Information Booster:

• The poverty line percentages are a significant indicator of a state's economic health and the standard of living of its citizens.

• The Planning Commission of India used these figures to assess the success of poverty alleviation schemes and policies.