Some selected indicators of Human Development, 2016-2017
| Item | Indian | China | Pakistan |
| Human development Index (value) | 0.640 | 0.752 | 0.562 |
| Rank (based on HDI) | 130 | 86 | 150 |
| Life Expectancy at Birth (years) | 68.8 | 76.4 | 66.6 |
| Means years of Schooling (% aged 5 and above) | 6.4 | 7.8 | 8.6 |
| GDP per capita (PPP US$) | 6,427 | 15,309 | 5,035 |
| People below poverty line( at $3.20 a day PPP) (%) (2011) | 60.4 | 23.5 | 46.4 |
| Infant Mortality Rate (per 1000 live births) | 34.6 | 8.5 | 64.2 |
| Maternal Mortality Rate (per 1 lakh births) | 174 | 27 | 178 |
| Population using Improved Sanitation (%) | 44.2 | 75 | 58.3 |
| Population with sustainable access to improved water source (%) | 94 | 96 | 91 |
| Percentage of Undernourished Children | 37.9 | 8.1 | 46.4 |
Which of the following is not included in health indicators ?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is option (2) : Proportion of people below poverty line
Proportion of people below poverty line is an economic indicator that reflects income levels and access to basic necessities.
Health indicators typically focus on aspects directly related to physical well-being, disease prevention, and healthcare outcomes. The other options:
- Maternal Mortality Rate
- Infant Mortality Rate
- Population using improved sanitation
These are all health indicators as they directly relate to aspects of health such as maternal health, child health, and access to sanitation, which are crucial for assessing public health and well-being.