The correct answer is (b) Kerala.
Kerala has topped the NITI Aayogâs Sustainable Development Goals Index-2021, followed by Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra. The index ranks states on their progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
Kerala has been consistently ranked at the top of the index since its inception in 2018. The state has made significant progress in achieving the SDGs, particularly in the areas of health, education, and gender equality.
Tamil Nadu has also made significant progress in achieving the SDGs. The state has been ranked second in the index for the past two years. Tamil Nadu has done well in the areas of poverty alleviation, nutrition, and water and sanitation.
Maharashtra has improved its ranking in the index from fourth to third place this year. The state has made progress in the areas of energy, climate action, and sustainable cities and communities.
The other states in the top 10 are Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Punjab.
The NITI Aayogâs Sustainable Development Goals Index is a valuable tool for tracking the progress of states towards achieving the SDGs. The index can help states identify areas where they need to improve and track their progress over time.