Read the given case study and answer the following questions :

Agriculture is the primary occupation in rural India. It can't provide work to the rural population of the country throughout the year. In absence of multiple cropping & diversification of agricultural activities, a large population remains idle for almost half a year.

Indian is also suffering from disguised unemployment due to excessive pressure of population. In disguised unemployment it seems that everyone is employed but in reality, sufficient full time work is not available for all.

Unemployment problem in India is the result of inadequate employment planning, slow growth rate, backwardness in agriculture and industrial sector, population explosion etc.

Government should try to support skill and retraining activities to address the gaps between demand and supply of work skills and qualifications. Problem of unemployment is leading to fatal results for the economy and restricting India's growth rate.

Which of the following is not a social consequence of unemployment ?

Less output

The correct answer is option (4) : Less output

Among the options provided, "Less output" is not typically considered a social consequence of unemployment. Unemployment primarily impacts society through:

• Class struggle: Unemployed individuals and groups may experience conflict with employed groups over resources and opportunities.

• Social unrest: High unemployment rates can lead to dissatisfaction and unrest within society due to economic hardship and inequality.

• Poor quality of life: Unemployment often results in financial stress, reduced access to basic needs, and overall lower standards of living for affected individuals and families.

On the other hand, "Less output" is more directly related to economic consequences rather than social consequences. It refers to reduced productivity or economic output due to factors like unemployment, but it does not directly describe social impacts such as class struggle, social unrest, or poor quality of life.