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For the year 2011–2012, the poverty line for urban areas was fixed at ₹_________ per person per month.

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861
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900
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1,000
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1,100
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Solution

The correct option is C 1,000
Given the fluctuation in market prices of goods and services, the poverty line is revised periodically. For the year 2011–2012, the poverty line for urban areas was fixed at ₹1,000 per person per month.

Despite lower calorie requirements, the amount for urban areas is higher becuase of the higher prices of commodities.

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