Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Human Capital Formation in India

Question:

In 2014-15, the per capita public expenditure on elementary education was lowest in India in which of the following state?

Options:

Himachal Pradesh

Uttarakhand

Jharkhand

None of the above

Correct Answer:

None of the above

Explanation:

In 2014-15, the per capita public expenditure on elementary education differs considerably across states from as high as Rs 34,651 in Himachal Pradesh to as low as Rs 4088 in Bihar. This leads to differences in educational opportunities and attainments across states.