Examples of Secondary Data Sources
Data collected through government reports, newspapers, books and websites is an example of:
- Primary data
- Raw data
- Secondary data — Correct Answer
- Census data only
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Data obtained from government reports, documents, newspapers, books by economists, and websites is an example of Secondary Data.
Sources of Secondary Data in India:
- Government sources: Census of India, RBI reports, Economic Survey, Budget documents.
- Statistical agencies: NSS, CSO, DGCIS, Labour Bureau.
- International sources: World Bank, IMF, UN databases.
- Published academic sources: Books, journals, newspapers.
- Websites and online databases.
- Secondary data is preferred when it saves time, is sufficient for the study, and is reliable.
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