Consider the following statements about unemployment in India:
a) Seasonal unemployment is mainly found in urban areas.
b) Educated unemployed people are mainly found in rural areas of India.
c) Higher cropping intensity is desirable for reducing unemployment in the rural economy.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Only c.
The correct statement is:
c) Higher cropping intensity is desirable for reducing unemployment in the rural economy.
Higher cropping intensity in rural areas can increase agricultural productivity and employment opportunities, thus helping to reduce unemployment.
The other statements are incorrect:
- a) Seasonal unemployment is primarily found in rural areas due to agriculture’s seasonal nature.
- b) Educated unemployed individuals are mainly found in urban areas, where there is often a mismatch between educational qualifications and job opportunities.