Occupational Structure Services 1990

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The share of the services sector in India's occupational structure in 1990-91 was:

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The share of the services sector in India's occupational structure in 1990-91 was:

  1. 12.7%
  2. 17.2%
  3. 20.5% ✓ Correct
  4. 40.5%
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Correct Answer Explanation

Services' occupational share was 20.5% in 1990-91 (up from 17.2% in 1950-51).

Key Points:
  • Note: 40.5% is the services GDP share, not occupational share.
  • Agriculture: 66.8%, Industry: 12.7%, Services: 20.5% — occupational shares in 1990-91.

📚 About this Topic — CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990

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