GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -National and state-wise poverty estimates The Planning Commission estimates levels of poverty in the country on the basis of consumer expenditure surveys conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is the definition of poverty line by planning commission of India? Poverty line is drawn on the basis of barest minimum desirable nutritional standards of 2400 calories per person per day in rural areas and 2100 calories in urban areas.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is Sub Divisional Officer (SDO). Sub Divisional Officer (SDO) responsibility is to get the survey of those living below the Poverty line.