Health component is measured in 'Human Development Index' (HDI)  

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  1. Absence of Diseases
  2. Maternal mortality rate
  3. Infant Mortality 
  4. Life expectancy at birth

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Option 4 : Life expectancy at birth
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  • The Human Development Index (HDI) is a composite index measuring average achievement in three basic dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, knowledge, and a decent standard of living.
  • Life expectancy at birth is a critical indicator of the health component in HDI, reflecting the ability to lead a long and healthy life.
  • This measure acts as a proxy for the health conditions in a country, indicating the effectiveness of the healthcare system and the general living conditions.
  • Improvements in life expectancy are often attributed to factors such as better healthcare services, improved living conditions, and advancements in medical technology.

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Absence of Diseases While important, it is more of a qualitative aspect and hard to measure directly for HDI.
Maternal mortality rate Indicates healthcare quality for mothers during childbirth but is not the sole health indicator in HDI.
Infant Mortality Reflects child survival and health but is not directly used in calculating the HDI's health dimension.
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