Rural Casual Wage Labourers

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Among rural workers, what percentage are casual wage labourers?

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Among rural workers, what percentage are casual wage labourers?

  1. 13 per cent
  2. 21 per cent
  3. 26 per cent ✓ Correct
  4. 47 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Among rural workers, 26 per cent are casual wage labourers.

Key Points:
  • Rural workers: Self-employed 61%, Casual wage 26%, Regular salaried 13%.
  • Casual wage work is more prevalent in rural areas than urban areas.
  • In urban areas, only 13% are casual wage labourers.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A (13%): Urban casual wage or rural regular salaried percentage.
  • B (21%): Female casual wage percentage.
  • D (47%): Urban regular salaried percentage.

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