Multiple choice

Which of the following questionnaires has been used by NSSO for estimating poverty estimates for 2004-05?

  1. Uniform Recall Period (URP)

  2. Mixed Recall Period (MRP)

  3. Both the above

  4. None of the above

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The NSSO (National Sample Survey Office) used both Uniform Recall Period (URP) and Mixed Recall Period (MRP) questionnaires for poverty estimation in 2004-05. MRP uses a 30-day recall for some items and 365-day for others, while URP uses uniform 30-day recall. Both methodologies were employed to provide comparative analysis.