Question

What are the reasons for the high concentration of workforce in agriculture sector despite a fall in its share of GDP? (i) increased profitability in agriculture (ii) disguised unemployment in agriculture (iii) seasonal unemployment in agriculture (iv lack of skilled labour in agriculture​

Answer 1

Option ii Disguised unemployment in agriculture is the reason for the high concentration of the workforce in agriculture sector despite a fall in its share of GDP.

Explanation:

The correct answer is option ii Disguised unemployment.

Disguised unemployment is when more number of people are employed particular work than actual requirement.

The reasons supporting the above mentioned statement.

• In rural areas, there is a lack of employment availability.
• Lack of knowledge among the people.
• Family tradition of the farming.
• Higher rate of population in the rural area.
• Cheaper rate of labour intensive population