Understanding Vulnerability in Children Quiz
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What does vulnerability refer to according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)?

  • The state of having strong defense mechanisms
  • The state or condition of being weak or poorly defended (correct)
  • The state of being invincible
  • The state of being wealthy and well-protected

    • In what ways can young people be vulnerable?

  • In terms of excessive protection and care
  • In terms of having abundant resources and opportunities
  • In terms of deprivation, exploitation, abuse, neglect, violence, and infection with HIV (correct)
  • In terms of invulnerability to risks

    • What is a major factor contributing to vulnerability among Indian children?

  • Strong social support
  • Excessive wealth
  • Abundant resources
  • Extreme poverty (correct)

    • What percentage of India’s population lives below the international poverty line?

    <p>33%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific risk factor mentioned for which young girls can be vulnerable?

    <p>Infection with HIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is vulnerability defined as by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)?

    <p>The state or condition of being weak or poorly defended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does vulnerability with regard to young people imply?

    <p>They are more exposed to risks than their peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some factors that make Indian children vulnerable?

    <p>Illness, lack of education, and lack of identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of India’s population lives below the international poverty line according to UNICEF estimates?

    <p>33%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major factor for vulnerability among Indian children?

    <p>Extreme poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

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