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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Urban Primary Sector Employment
Only about what percentage of urban workforce is in the primary sector?
- 9 per cent — Correct Answer
- 18 per cent
- 33 per cent
- 58 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Only about 9 per cent (9.0%) of urban workforce is in the primary sector.
Key Points:
- Agriculture is not a major source of employment in urban areas.
- Urban areas are dominated by the service sector (60.4%).
- Secondary sector employs about 32.7% of urban workers.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- B (18%): Rural service sector share.
- C (33%): Close to urban secondary share.
- D (58%): Close to rural primary share.
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