Which of the following is considered a major social development outcome of India’s economic reforms since 1991?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Improvement in life expectancy
Explanation: • Post-1991 reforms led to improved socio-economic indicators. • Better access to healthcare increased life expectancy. • Rising incomes improved nutrition and living conditions. • Public health programmes contributed significantly. • Human development indicators improved steadily.
Information Booster: • HDI components (health, education, income) all showed long-term progress.
Additional Knowledge: (a) Poverty reduced, not increased. (b) Fiscal deficit narrowed due to reforms. (c) Literacy rose, not decreased.