Previous year MCQs

Economy UPPSC 2023 GS-I
Question

Who authored the book "The Challenge of World Poverty"?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Gunnar Myrdal

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Gunnar Myrdal”.
Gunnar Myrdal authored the book "The Challenge of World Poverty," in which he examines the causes of poverty in developing countries and suggests policies to address it.

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