Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Structural Change

Question:

Why is urbanization often associated with industrialization?

Options:

Urbanisation always leads to a decrease in job opportunity.

Industrialisation creates job opportunities mostly in urban areas.

People in urban areas are not dependent on agriculture.

Urbanisation promotes agricultural development.

Correct Answer:

Industrialisation creates job opportunities mostly in urban areas.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Industrialisation creates job opportunities mostly in urban areas.

Urbanization is often linked to industrialization because industries are usually set up in or around urban areas, creating many new jobs. This attracts people from rural regions to migrate to cities in search of work.