14.06.2025

1. The report is published annually by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and measures gender parity in five dimensions, including social protection and environmental sustainability.
2. India improved its ranking in the report due to substantial gains in political empowerment and health & survival indicators.
3. Bangladesh has performed better than India in the 2025 report, mainly due to improvements in women’s political representation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Salmonella can be transmitted from pets such as turtles and birds to humans.
2. Consumption of pasteurized dairy products is one of the leading causes of salmonellosis.
3. Individuals with compromised immune systems are more vulnerable to severe illness caused by Salmonella.
4. Proper hand hygiene and thorough cooking of food are effective preventive measures against Salmonella infection.

Which of the statements given above are correct?