Relationship between HDI and SDGs

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the relationship between the Human Development Index (HDI) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Which of the following is not a component of the HDI?

  1. Life expectancy at birth

  2. Mean years of schooling

  3. Gross national income per capita

  4. Gender Inequality Index


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The HDI is a composite statistic of life expectancy, education, and per capita income indicators. The Gender Inequality Index is not a component of the HDI.

Which of the following SDGs is most closely related to the HDI?

  1. No Poverty

  2. Zero Hunger

  3. Good Health and Well-being

  4. Quality Education


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The HDI is a measure of human development, which includes health, education, and income. Good Health and Well-being is the SDG that is most closely related to the HDI.

How is the HDI used to measure progress towards the SDGs?

  1. It is used to track progress on all 17 SDGs.

  2. It is used to track progress on the SDGs that are most closely related to human development.

  3. It is used to track progress on the SDGs that are most relevant to a particular country or region.

  4. It is used to track progress on the SDGs that are most likely to be achieved.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The HDI is used to track progress on the SDGs that are most closely related to human development, such as Good Health and Well-being, Quality Education, and Gender Equality.

What is the relationship between the HDI and economic growth?

  1. The HDI and economic growth are positively correlated.

  2. The HDI and economic growth are negatively correlated.

  3. There is no relationship between the HDI and economic growth.

  4. The relationship between the HDI and economic growth is complex and varies from country to country.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The relationship between the HDI and economic growth is complex and varies from country to country. In some countries, economic growth leads to improvements in the HDI, while in other countries, economic growth does not lead to improvements in the HDI.

What are some of the challenges to achieving the SDGs?

  1. Poverty

  2. Inequality

  3. Climate change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poverty, inequality, and climate change are all challenges to achieving the SDGs. Poverty and inequality can make it difficult for people to access basic services and opportunities, while climate change can have a devastating impact on human health and well-being.

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