Question

According to the international poverty line, almost % of the Indian population lived in extreme poverty in 2011.

• A. 22.5
• B. 34.4
• C. 27.7
• D. 25.6

Answer 1

The correct option is A 22.5

The poverty line highlights the number of poor people. It is measured at both national and international levels. The international poverty line is measured by organisations like the WHO. According to the porverty line, almost 22.5% of the Indian population lived in extreme poverty in 2011.