Economics • Indian EconomyEasy
Which of the following indices is released by the NITI Aayog to measure the performance of States and Union Territories towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A. Multidimensional Poverty Index
B. SDG India Index✓ Correct Answer
C. Export Preparedness Index
D. India Innovation Index
💡 Solution & Explanation
The SDG India Index is developed and released periodically by NITI Aayog to track and rank the progress of Indian States and Union Territories on social, economic, and environmental parameters. Other indices like the Multidimensional Poverty Index focus strictly on deprivation metrics rather than broader sustainable development goals. NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission of India in January 2015.
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