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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Unemployed Person Definition
Economists define an unemployed person as one who is not able to get employment of even:
- One hour in a week
- One hour in half a day — Correct Answer
- Four hours in a day
- Eight hours in a day
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Economists define an unemployed person as one who is not able to get employment of even one hour in half a day.
Key Points:
- The National Statistical Office (previously NSSO) defines unemployment as a situation where people seek work but cannot find it.
- Sources of unemployment data include Census of India, NSO Reports, PLFS, and Employment Exchanges data.
- Different types include open, disguised, and seasonal unemployment.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, C, D: The specific definition uses one hour in half a day.
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