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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Female Self-Employed Percentage
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Question (English)
Among female workers, what percentage are self-employed?
- 21 per cent
- 42 per cent
- 54 per cent
- 62 per cent ✓ Correct
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Among female workers, 62 per cent are self-employed.
Key Points:
- Female workers: Self-employed 62%, Casual wage labourers 21%, Regular salaried 17%.
- Male workers: Self-employed 54%, Casual wage labourers 23%, Regular salaried 23%.
- Self-employment is a major source of livelihood for both genders.
- Casual wage work is the second major source for women.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A (21%): This is women's casual wage labourers percentage.
- B: Incorrect figure.
- C (54%): This is male self-employed percentage.
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