Answer: NITI Aayog
Notes: The second edition of the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) was released recently by NITI Aayog. According to a report by Niti Aayog, a remarkable 13.5 crore individuals managed to escape multidimensional poverty, as measured by advancements in healthcare, education, and living standards, over a span of five years until March 2021. Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh witnessed the most rapid reduction in poverty during this period.
