Question : Which organization is responsible for the compilation and publication of the Human Development Index (HDI)?
Option 1: International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Option 2: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Option 3: World Bank
Option 4: World Economic Forum (WEF)
Correct Answer: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Solution : The correct answer is (b) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The HDI is an index that measures and compares the average achievements in three key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, access to knowledge, and a decent standard of living. It is a widely recognized measure of human well-being and is published annually in the Human Development Report by the UNDP.