Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Employment - Growth, Informalisation and Other Issues

Question:

Which of the following is true?
A) In urban areas: for every 100 urban females, about 18 are engaged in some economic activities. In rural areas, for every 100 rural women, about 14 participate in the employment market.
B) Many household activities done by women are not recognized as productive work.
C) Where men are able to earn high incomes, families discourage female members from taking up jobs.

Options:

A and B

B and C

C and A

All are true

Correct Answer:

B and C

Explanation:

In urban areas: for every 100 urban females, only about 14 are engaged in some economic activities. In rural areas, for every 100 rural women about 18 participate in the employment market.