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CH-8: COMPARATIVE DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCES OF INDIA AND ITS NEIGHBOURS, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Service Sector Workforce 1980s
In the 1980s, which country employed the highest percentage of workforce in the service sector?
- India (17%)
- China (12%)
- Pakistan (27%) — Correct Answer
- All employed equal percentage
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
In the 1980s, Pakistan employed 27 per cent of its workforce in the service sector, highest among the three.
Key Points:
- India: 17%, China: 12%, Pakistan: 27%.
- Pakistan was faster in shifting its workforce to service sector.
- By 2019, it reached: India 29%, China 45%, Pakistan 38%.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B: India and China had lower percentages.
- D: Percentages were different.
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