Multiple choice

Poverty line may be defined w.r.t

  1. monthly calorie consumption

  2. daily calorie consumption

  3. weekly calorie consumption

  4. yearly calorie consumption

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The poverty line in India is traditionally defined based on daily calorie intake norms - 2400 calories per person in rural areas and 2100 calories in urban areas, along with other basic needs. This daily consumption measure is used because it reflects minimum nutritional requirements for healthy living. Monthly, weekly or yearly measures would be too aggregated to capture daily subsistence needs accurately.

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