Urban Female Worker-Population Ratio

For every 100 urban females, approximately how many are engaged in economic activities?

Correct Answer Explanation

For every 100 urban females, only about 19 (18.7) are engaged in some economic activities.

Key Points:

• The difference in participation rates between males and females is very large in urban areas.
• In rural areas, about 30 per 100 women participate in employment.
• Where men earn high incomes, families discourage women from working.
• Many household activities by women are not recognised as productive work.

Why Other Options Are Wrong

• A: Lower than actual.
• C (30): This is the rural female participation rate.
• D: Higher than actual.