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CH-6: EMPLOYMENT : GROWTH, INFORMALISATION AND OTHER ISSUES, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books
Urban Secondary Sector Employment
The secondary sector gives employment to about what proportion of urban workforce?
- One-tenth
- One-fifth
- One-third — Correct Answer
- Two-thirds
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The secondary sector gives employment to about one-third (32.7%) of urban workforce.
Key Points:
- Urban workers: Primary 9%, Secondary 32.7%, Service 60.4%.
- Service sector dominates urban employment.
- Manufacturing and construction are key secondary sector activities in cities.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: The correct proportion is approximately one-third.
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