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    Which of the following data sources is used for estimating extreme poverty in India?
    Question

    Which of the following data sources is used for estimating extreme poverty in India?


    A.

    Household Consumer Expenditure Surveys


    B.

    National Census data


    C.

    Agricultural production data


    D.

    National Income data

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is option (A) Household Consumer Expenditure Surveys

    • To estimate extreme poverty in India, the Household Consumer Expenditure Surveys conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) are the primary data source.
    • These surveys collect detailed information about the consumption patterns and expenditures of households, including data on food, clothing, housing, education, and healthcare.

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    • National Census data: While the national census provides demographic and population data.
    • Agricultural production data: Agricultural production data primarily helps track crop yields, farming patterns, and food security.
    • National Income data: National income data (such as GDP) provides information on the overall economic performance of a country.​

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