Question

Use the table to answer the question.

Bhutan’s LDC Graduation Indicators
Indicators Where it is Where it needs to be
Per capita gross national income (GNI) US$2,982 >US$1,222
Human Assets Index (HAI) 79.5 >66
Economic and Environmental Vulnerability Index (EVI) 25.7 <32
The table shows the United Nations assessment of LDC indicators for Bhutan. Which of these observations can be made on the basis of this table?

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Responses

Bhutan likely has a poor record on human rights.
Bhutan likely has a poor record on human rights.

Bhutan’s GNI exceeds the LDC threshold.
Bhutan’s GNI exceeds the LDC threshold.

Bhutan’s government puts a great deal of emphasis on the happiness of its people.
Bhutan’s government puts a great deal of emphasis on the happiness of its people.

Bhutan qualifies as an LDC in all major categories.
Bhutan qualifies as an LDC in all major categories.
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Answer 1

Based on the table provided, the following observations can be made:

1. Bhutan’s GNI is currently US$2,982, which exceeds the LDC threshold of >US$1,222. This statement is accurate.

2. The Human Assets Index (HAI) for Bhutan is 79.5, which exceeds the required minimum of >66, suggesting that Bhutan has a satisfactory level in this category.

3. The Economic and Environmental Vulnerability Index (EVI) for Bhutan is 25.7, which is below the threshold of <32, indicating that Bhutan is performing well in terms of vulnerability.

Therefore, the correct observation based on the table is:

**Bhutan’s GNI exceeds the LDC threshold.**