When was the increase in poverty rate in Pakistan reported by World Bank?

Correct Answer: C. September 22, 2023

Deeply concerned over the state of economy, the World Bank has urged Pakistan to take urgent steps to tax its sacred cows – agriculture and real estate. The lender on 22, September 2023, also revealed that poverty in Pakistan shot up to 39.4% as of last fiscal year with 12.5 million more people falling into the trap due to poor economic conditions.