Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Economics

Question:

Which of the following options is correct in regard to the "Minimum calorie requirement" for an individual to lie above the poverty line?

Options:

Rural area - 2400 calorie, Urban area - 2100 calorie

Rural area - 2500 calorie, Urban area - 2200 calorie

Rural area - 2600 calorie, Urban area - 2100 calorie

Rural area - 2200 calorie, Urban area - 2600 calorie

Correct Answer:

Rural area - 2400 calorie, Urban area - 2100 calorie

Explanation:

The accepted average calorie requirement in India is 2400 calories per person per day in rural areas and 2100 calories per person per day in urban areas. Since people living in rural areas engage themselves in more physical work, calorie requirements in rural areas are considered to be higher than in urban areas.