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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Rural Service Sector Employment
Service sector provides employment to about what percentage of rural workers?
- 9 per cent
- 18 per cent — Correct Answer
- 33 per cent
- 60 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Service sector provides employment to about 18 per cent (mentioned as about 20%) of rural workers.
Key Points:
- Rural primary sector: 57.8%, Secondary: 22.5%, Service: 18.0%.
- Compare with urban service sector at 60.4%.
- Agriculture remains the dominant source of rural employment.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A (9%): Urban primary sector share.
- C (33%): Urban secondary sector share (approx.).
- D (60%): Urban service sector share.
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