Following index measures average achievement in basic dimensions of human development
Human Povey Index
Human Development Index
Gender Empowerment Index
Life Expectancy at Bih
HDI reflects achievements in the most basic human capabilities like leading a long life, being knowledge and enjoying a decent standard of living. HDI includes Knowledge, income and life expectancy at bih. Ref : Park&;s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine; 23rd edition - Pgno 17
Concept of health and disease