SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 32

SSC GD Const (English) - 06 March 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q32

Economists call unemployment prevailing in Indian farms as ______ unemployment.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. disguised.

Economists call unemployment prevailing in Indian farms as disguised unemployment. This occurs when more people are working on a piece of land than necessary, resulting in a situation where surplus labor does not contribute effectively to production. In agriculture, especially during peak seasons, many workers are underutilized, performing tasks that could be handled by fewer people. This leads to inefficient use of labor and lower productivity, making disguised unemployment a significant concern in rural areas of India.