The highest level policy makers are grouped into:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Quinary Activities

Option (1) Quaternary Activities — Incorrect. These are knowledge-based services: the collection, production and spreading of information, research and development. Mutual fund managers, tax consultants and software developers are examples.

Option (2) Secondary Activities — Incorrect. These add value to natural resources by turning raw materials into valuable products, as in manufacturing.

Option (3) Primary Activities — Incorrect. These depend directly on nature, such as farming, fishing, mining and gathering.

Option (4) Quinary Activities — Correct. The highest level of decision makers and policy makers work here. These ‘gold collar’ jobs include senior business executives, government officials, research scientists and financial and legal consultants.

Note: This question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2023 on 09-06-2023 (Slot 1, similar) and 31-05-2023 (Slot 2, same).