Service Sector Peculiarity

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India's structural change was peculiar because:

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Question (English)

India's structural change was peculiar because:

  1. Agriculture's share increased over time
  2. Service sector's share grew faster than industry's, unlike typical development pattern ✓ Correct
  3. Industry dominated by 1990
  4. All sectors grew equally
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Correct Answer Explanation

The service sector's share grew faster than industry's — unlike the typical development pattern where industry becomes dominant first.

Key Points:
  • By 1990, services (40.59%) exceeded both agriculture (34.9%) and industry (24.6%).
  • This was accelerated post-1991 with globalisation.

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

This multiple choice question is from CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990 to strengthen your preparation.

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