The National Multi-dimensional poverty Index was released by NITI AYOG. This report is based on the reference period of 2015-16 of the National Family Health Survey- 4.
Need for a National Multi-dimensional Poverty Index
A national MPI is aligned with the national priorities and countries can choose their own set of dimensions, indicators, weights, etc. according to their plans and socio-economic contexts. It gives more in-depth analyses of areas of interest such as State or districts, and specific sectors.
It is also useful for guiding multi-sectorial and integrated policies, because it highlights the complexity of simultaneous deprivations, a phenomenon where people ....
