Progress in agriculture and rural development is defined as sustained increases in output and productivity that contribute to improved food security and poverty reduction.
Progress in health is defined as equitable, substantial and sustainable improvements in access to, participation in and quality of health services, leading to improved physical, mental and social wellbeing of the population.
Progress in governance is defined as improved functioning of rule-governed arrangements, providing incentives for the state to act in ways that promote the wellbeing of the population.
Progress in education is defined as significant improvements in access to and quality of education at primary and/or secondary levels.
Progress in economic conditions is defined as sustained periods of inclusive growth and reductions in income poverty that allow poor and non-poor people to contribute to, and share in, the benefits of economic growth and development.
Progress in environmental conditions is defined as improved enabling conditions for environmental management and governance and more equitable and sustainable access to ecosystem services across four domains: atmosphere, land, water and biodiversity.
Progress in water, sanitation and hygiene is defined as sustainable and equitable improvements in the coverage, access and quality of water, sanitation and hygiene services.
Progress in social protection is defined as reduced vulnerability to shocks and stresses (such as production failure, hunger, chronic illness and age) through social protection delivery.