Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Human Capital Formation in India

Question:

As per NSSO data, in 2011-12, the rate of unemployment among rural young male graduates was 19 percent and for young rural female graduates was nearly 30 percent. In contrast to this, only about 3-6 percent of primary-level educated youth in rural areas were unemployed. What does this show?

Options:

When compared to less educated, a small proportion of educated persons are unemployed.

When compared to less educated, an equal proportion of educated persons are unemployed.

When compared to less educated, a large proportion of educated persons are employed.

When compared to less educated, a large proportion of educated persons are unemployed.

Correct Answer:

When compared to less educated, a large proportion of educated persons are unemployed.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: When compared to less educated, a large proportion of educated persons are unemployed.

The data shows that a higher proportion of young rural graduates (especially females) are unemployed compared to those with primary-level education. This suggests that despite higher education, finding suitable employment in rural areas can be challenging, especially for women.