Question : Which organisation generally conducts the periodic sample survey to estimate the poverty line in the country?
Option 1: National Sample Survey organization
Option 2: National Survey Organization
Option 3: Sample Survey Organization
Option 4: All of the above
Correct Answer:
National Sample Survey organization
Solution :
The Planning Commission estimates the prevalence of poverty using large sample surveys on household consumer expenditure conducted on a quinquennial basis by the National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO).
Hence option is the correct answer.