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Sahaj Vidhi
UPPCS 2019 Pre

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): There is a positive relation between Human Development Index (HDI) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) ranking of Indian State. Reason (R): The underlying dimension of SDG targets are closely related to education and health aspect.

Verified Answer
A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true

Explanation:

The Human Development Index (HDI) measures achievements in health, education, and living standards. Many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education), directly align with the components of HDI. Therefore, states performing well on HDI are likely to also perform well on SDG indicators related to health and education, establishing a positive correlation. Reason (R) correctly identifies that education and health are fundamental aspects of SDG targets, which directly explains the positive relationship stated in Assertion (A).