Overall Worker-Population Ratio India

Question

As per 2022-23 data, for every 100 persons in India, about how many are workers?

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As per 2022-23 data, for every 100 persons in India, about how many are workers?

  1. 25
  2. 33
  3. 41 — Correct Answer
  4. 55
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

For every 100 persons, about 41 (by rounding off 41.1) are workers in India.

Key Points:
  • In urban areas, the proportion is about 38.
  • In rural India, the ratio is about 42.
  • Rural areas have higher worker-population ratio because people have limited resources and join workforce early.
  • In urban areas, more people pursue education before joining workforce.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, B, D: The correct worker-population ratio for India is approximately 41.

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