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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Two-fifths Workforce Fact
About what fraction of India's total population is engaged in various economic activities?
- One-fifth
- Two-fifths — Correct Answer
- Three-fifths
- Four-fifths
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
About two-fifths of the total population in the country is engaged in various economic activities (worker-population ratio of about 41%).
Key Points:
- The worker-population ratio for India is 41.1 (2022-23).
- This means about 41 out of 100 persons are workers.
- Rural ratio is 42.3, urban is 37.7.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A: One-fifth (20%) is too low.
- C: Three-fifths (60%) is too high.
- D: Four-fifths (80%) is far too high.
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