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Which of the following is/are considered as factors while estimating the poverty line?

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Food
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Shelter
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Employment
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Education
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Solution

The correct option is D Education
Poverty line represents the minimum level of income required to satisfy our basic needs like food, shelter, education, healthcare, and clothing.

According to data from 2011–12, people who spend less than ₹816 rupees per person per month in rural areas for their consumption are considered as poor in India. Similarly, people who spend less than ₹1,000 per person per month for consumption in urban areas are considered as poor.

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