Public Sector Formal Employment

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In 2012, out of about 30 million formal sector workers, how many were employed by the public sector?

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In 2012, out of about 30 million formal sector workers, how many were employed by the public sector?

  1. 6 million
  2. 12 million
  3. 18 million ✓ Correct
  4. 25 million
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

In 2012, out of about 30 million formal sector workers, about 18 million workers were employed by the public sector.

Key Points:
  • Government is the major employer in the formal sector in India.
  • Men form the majority; women constitute only about one-sixth of formal sector workforce.
  • The reform process in the 1990s resulted in a decline in formal sector employment.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, B, D: The correct figure is about 18 million workers.

📚 About this Topic — CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES

This multiple choice question is from CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES to strengthen your preparation.

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