Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Human Capital Formation in India

Question:

Choose the correct pair of statements from given Column I and Column II

Match Column- I with Column-II

Column-I Column-II
(A) Human development (I) Treats human beings as means to increase productivity
(B) Human capital (II) Education and health are integral to human well-being
(C) On the job training (III) Source of human capital
(D) Physical Capital (IV) Tangible and can be easily sold in the market

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Options:

(A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

(A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

(A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

(A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)

Correct Answer:

(A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (2) : (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

Column-I Column-II
(A) Human development (II) Education and health are integral to human well-being
(B) Human capital (I) Treats human beings as means to increase productivity
(C) On the job training (III) Source of human capital
(D) Physical Capital (IV) Tangible and can be easily sold in the market

 

  • Human development: This concept focuses on improving the quality of life for all people by expanding their choices, opportunities, and well-being. Education and healthcare are crucial aspects of human development. (A)-(II)

  • Human capital: This refers to the knowledge, skills, and abilities possessed by individuals that contribute to their economic productivity. While human beings are not simply a means to an end, their skills do contribute to economic output. (B)-(I)

  • On-the-job training: This is a form of training provided by employers to their employees to develop specific skills and knowledge required for their jobs. It's a way to invest in human capital. (C)-(III)

  • Physical capital: This refers to tangible, man-made assets used for production, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment. Physical capital can be easily bought and sold in the market. (D)-(IV)