Which of the following statement is incorrect in the context of WPR (Work Participation Rate) in India?

The work participation rate tends to be lower in the areas of lower levels of economic development

The correct answer is option 1: The work participation rate tends to be lower in the areas of lower levels of economic development

Option 1: The work participation rate tends to be lower in the areas of lower levels of economic development. This statement is incorrect. In countries like India, the Work Participation Rate (WPR) often tends to be higher in areas with lower levels of economic development because more people are required to engage in manual labour and subsistence activities to support household income.

Option 2: The occupational composition of India’s population shows a large proportion of primary sector workers compared to secondary and tertiary sectors. This statement is correct.

Option 3: The population of India according to their economic status is divided into three groups, namely; main workers, marginal workers and non-workers. This statement is also correct.

NCERT: "It is understood that, in the context of a country like India, the work participation rate tends to be higher in the areas of lower levels of economic development since number of manual workers are needed to perform the subsistence or near subsistence economic activities."