UPSC Prelims 2016·GS1·economy·economic sectors and development

Which of the following is/are the indicator/indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report? 1. Undernourishment 2. Child stunting 3. Child mortality Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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  1. A1 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C1, 2 and 3Correct
  4. D1 and 3 only

Explanation

The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a tool designed to comprehensively measure and track hunger at global, regional, and national levels. It is jointly produced by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Concern Worldwide, and Welthungerhilfe. The GHI score is calculated based on four indicators that together capture the multidimensional nature of hunger: Undernourishment: the share of the population that is undernourished (i.e., whose caloric intake is insufficient). Child Wasting: the share of children under the age of five who are wasted (i.e., who have low weight for their height, reflecting acute undernutrition). Child Stunting: the share of children under the age of five who are stunted (i.e., who have low height for their age, reflecting chronic undernutrition). Child Mortality: the mortality rate of children under the age of five (partially reflecting the fatal synergy between inadequate nutrition and unhealthy environments). Therefore, all three indicators mentioned—Undernourishment, Child Stunting, and Child Mortality—are used to compute the Global Hunger Index Report.
economy: Which of the following is/are the indicator/indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report? 1. Under

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