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Which Indices Did the UNDP Introduce to Address HDI's Omissions?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • The HDI omitted factors like distributional and gender inequality.
  • In response, the UNDP introduced the Inequality-adjusted HDI (IHDI) in 2010.
  • The Gender Development Index (GDI) was introduced earlier in 1995.
  • These indices aim to provide a more complete picture of human development.
  • They address specific criticisms regarding the HDI's limited scope.

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