Consider the following statements about HDI rankings of 2019.1. The HD...
India is ranked 129 out of 189 countries on the 2019 Human Development Index (HDI) improving from the 130th position in 2018.
Sri Lanka (71) is the best performing country in South Asian region.
Niger is ranked 189th (Last ranked country)
Position of BRICS countries in the HDI 2019:
Brazil -79.
Russia- 49.
China-85
South Africa- 113
India-129
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Consider the following statements about HDI rankings of 2019.1. The HD...
Explanation:
The correct answer is option 'B' which means that statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct.
1. The HDI rank of India has slightly improved in 2019:
India's HDI rank is determined based on various factors such as life expectancy, education, and income. In 2019, India's HDI rank did improve slightly compared to previous years. The HDI measures the overall well-being and development of a country's population, so an improvement in the HDI rank indicates progress in these areas.
2. India is the best performing country in the South Asian region:
Among the countries in the South Asian region, India has consistently been one of the top performers in terms of HDI. It has the largest population and has made significant strides in improving education, healthcare, and income levels. However, it is important to note that there may be other countries in the region that have also shown improvement in their HDI rankings.
3. African nation Niger is the worst performing country in 2019:
Niger, an African nation, has historically been one of the countries with the lowest HDI rankings. It faces numerous challenges such as poverty, limited access to education and healthcare, and political instability. In 2019, Niger continued to face these challenges, resulting in a low HDI ranking.
4. India is the worst performing country among the BRICS grouping:
The BRICS grouping consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Among these countries, India's HDI ranking is relatively lower compared to the others. While India has made progress in various areas, it still faces challenges such as income inequality, lack of access to quality education and healthcare, and unemployment. However, it is important to consider that the HDI rankings of all the BRICS countries are relatively high compared to many other nations globally.
In conclusion, India's HDI rank has slightly improved in 2019, making it one of the best performing countries in the South Asian region. Niger, an African nation, remains one of the worst performing countries in terms of HDI. Among the BRICS grouping, India has a lower HDI rank compared to the other countries.