Jobless Growth Concept

Question

The phenomenon where GDP grows without generating proportional employment is called:

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The phenomenon where GDP grows without generating proportional employment is called:

  1. Inclusive growth
  2. Jobless growth — Correct Answer
  3. Sustainable growth
  4. Balanced growth
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

When an economy produces more goods and services without generating employment, scholars refer to this phenomenon as jobless growth.

Key Points:
  • During 1950-2010, GDP grew higher than employment growth.
  • Employment grew at the rate of not more than 2 per cent.
  • In the late 1990s, employment growth started declining.
  • A widening gap between GDP growth and employment growth was observed.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A: Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.
  • C: Sustainable growth considers environmental factors.
  • D: Balanced growth ensures all sectors grow equally.

📚 About this Topic — CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES

This multiple choice question is from CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES to strengthen your preparation.

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