In the question given below there are 2 statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct alternative from the following options.
Assertion (A)- Disguised unemployment is the most common form of unemployment prevalent in rural areas.
Reason (R)- In rural areas, people are willing and able to work, educated enough, but do not find job.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Disguised unemployment is the most common form of unemployment prevalent in rural areas. It refers to the situation when there are more number of workers engaged in an economic activity than required. Whereas, open unemployment is that situation when a person is willing and able to work but does not find it. It is prevalent in urban areas.