Unemployment in India — Economics STD 11 Commerce / Arts — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 Commerce / ArtsEconomicsUnemployment in India4 Marks
Question
Underemployment is found both in rural and urban areas.
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Answer
Yes, I agree with the statement.
Underemployment arises when employed persons contribute less than their capacity.
In rural areas, on the farms, labourers work for 2-3 hours a day and since alternative jobs are not available, they remain idle for the rest of the day.
In urban areas, because of the shortage of employment, when qualified persons do not get jobs as per their qualifications, they accept either low-paid or part-time jobs.
Hence, in both rural and urban areas underemployment is found, although it is more in rural areas.
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