Which of the following is NOT a component of the Human Development Index? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Human Development Index?
A. Per capita income
B. Education
C. Life expectancy at birth
D. Gender equality
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
HDI has three dimensions: health (life expectancy), education (mean and expected years of schooling) and standard of living (GNI per capita). Gender equality is measured by separate indices like GII.

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