Question

In terms of GDP the share of tertiary sector in 2010-11 is _________
(i) between 20 to 30 per cent
(ii) between 30 to 40 per cent
(iii) between 50 to 60 per cent
(iv) 70 per cent


NCERT Class X
Social Studies - Understanding Economic Development

Chapter _Sectors of the Indian Economy

Answer 1

Answer:

In terms of GDP, the share of the tertiary sector in 2010-11 is between 50 percent to 60 percent

The tertiary sector in 2010-11 has emerged as the largest producing sector in India replacing the primary sector.

Primary sector of the economy includes the collection of natural resources.for example - agriculture, mining, fishing, etc.

Secondary sector of the economy includes the production of the finished goods or involved in construction.

Tertiary sector of the economy provides services to its customers. for example- Restaurants, schools, etc.

Answer 2

Answer:

(iii) between 50 to 60 per cent