Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Population-Distribution,Density, Growth and Composition

Question:

In which of the following sector(s) the proportion of female workers is relatively higher in India?

Options:

Primary sector

Secondary sector

Tertiary sector

Dairy Sector

Correct Answer:

Primary sector

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1: Primary sector

In India, the proportion of female workers is relatively higher in the primary sector, especially in activities such as agriculture, animal husbandry, forestry, and fishing. A large number of women are engaged in agricultural and allied activities in rural areas.

NCERT: As far as the occupation of country’s male and female population is concerned, male workers out-number female workers in all the three sectors. The number of female workers is relatively high in primary sector, though in recent years there has been some improvement in work participation of women in secondary and tertiary sectors.