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The povey line limit for rural areas is the purchasing capacity for a daily intake of 2400 calories per person. Which one of the following calorie limits is for urban areas?

A
1900
B
2100
C
2400
D
2800
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'b' i.e., 2100 Povey line c The povey line is defined as expenditure required for a daily calorie intake of : - i) 2400 per person in rural areas ii) 2100 per person in urban areas o Based on per capita expenditure, povey line is defined as:? Rural areas :- 444 Rs. Per capita per month Urban area:- 512 Rs. Per capita per month.

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