In 2022‑23, the per‑capita health expenditure in India was Rs 1,750. If the total population was 1.42 billion and the health sector’s share in GDP was 5.2% while total GDP was Rs 215 lakh crore, estimate the monetary value of the health sector’s output in 2022‑23 (in lakh crore).
Answer
Rs 11.18 lakh crore
The correct answer is Rs 11.18 lakh crore — Thus the estimated health sector output is Rs 11.18 lakh crore.
Step-by-step solution
- Health sector output is given by its share of GDP.
- Convert the share percentage to decimal: 5.2% = 0.052.
- Multiply the decimal share by total GDP: 0.052 × 215 = 11.18.
- Thus the estimated health sector output is Rs 11.18 lakh crore.
Common mistake: Using per‑capita health expenditure directly without applying the GDP‑share method
Concept tested: Estimate health sector output using GDP share
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