Q. According to the UNDP Human Development Index (HDI) Report 2025, life expectancy in India increased from 58.6 years in 1990 to how many years in 2023?
a) 72 years
b) 73 years
c) 74 years
d) More than one of the above
Correct Answer :
Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025
Correct Answer: a) 72 years
Explanation:
As per the UNDP Human Development Index (HDI) Report 2025, India’s life expectancy at birth has risen from 58.6 years in 1990 to 72 years in 2023. This marks an improvement of about 13.4 years over three decades, reflecting progress in healthcare access, disease prevention, and living conditions.
