In pre-independent India, who was the first person to discuss the concept of poverty line?

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The correct answer is Dadabhai Naoroji.Key Points

Dadabhai Naoroji was the first person to discuss the concept of poverty line in pre-independent India.
He introduced the concept in his book "Poverty and Un-British Rule in India" published in 1901.
Naoroji defined poverty line as the minimum income required to meet the basic needs of an individual.
He argued that poverty was not due to the laziness or incompetence of the Indian people but was a result of the economic policies of the British rule.

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Mahadev Govind Ranade was a social reformer and scholar who advocated for the upliftment of women and lower castes.
B.R. Ambedkar was a prominent leader of the Dalit community and played a key role in drafting the Indian constitution.
M.K. Gandhi was a leader of the Indian independence movement and is known for his nonviolent civil disobedience tactics.