A report on the 2021 Human Development Index (HDI) is part of the Human Development Report 2021-2022 released by the United Nations Development Programme. The HDI measures the average achievement of a country on the basis of human development. What is India’s rank in the 2021 Human Development Index?
India ranked 132nd among 191 countries and territories on the 2021 Human Development Index (HDI). In the 2020 report, India had ranked 131st among 189 countries and territories. The decline in the country’s performance from its previous level was on account of a fall in life expectancy.
With reference to the wholesale price index (WPI), consider the following statements:
1. WPI is an important index necessary for calculating i...
Which region is described as the second most challenging for journalism in the 2024 World Press Freedom Index?
The Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana (PMSYM) is a pension scheme aimed at unorganized workers. Which of the following is NOT a criterion for e...
Which of the following statements about Ladakh's Pangong Lake marathon is/are incorrect?
1. Pangong Lake marathon is titled 'theastrun' and aims ...
Which statement is correct about “Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana”
a.Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, parents or legal guardians can open an account in the...
The age limit for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana was recently extended to 65 years. This scheme is associated with which state?
The central government has inked a pact with multi-lateral funding agency Asian Development Bank for USD 61 million (around Rs 454 crore) loan to fund d...
What is the objective of the "Scheme for Expansion and Modernization of Fire Services in the States" launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs?
What was the reason for RBI imposing a ₹5,00,000 fine on Aadhar Housing Finance?
Who has been sworn in as the third Vice- President of Nepal?
