Economics Practice Quiz 31

Q1.In which year was the MGNREGA 2005 replaced, and what was the name of the new Act?

A. 2020, Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Yojana B. 2025, Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission C. 2015, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana D. 2030, National Rural Livelihood Mission

Q2.According to a study by the erstwhile Planning Commission, approximately how many jobs can be created in the education sector alone?

A. 10 lakh jobs B. 15 lakh jobs C. 20 lakh jobs D. 25 lakh jobs

Q3.If tourism as a sector is improved, how many additional people can be employed every year, according to the Planning Commission's study?

A. More than 25 lakh people B. More than 30 lakh people C. More than 35 lakh people D. More than 40 lakh people

Q4.MGNREGA 2005 or Viksit Bharat-G RAM G 2025 is referred to as what in the context of employment generation?

A. Right to Education B. Right to Information C. Right to Work D. Right to Property

Q5.What are some potential areas for increasing income and employment for people in any state or region?

A. Heavy industries and mining B. Tourism, regional craft industry, or new services like IT C. International trade and export processing zones D. Large-scale agricultural mechanization

Q6.Which of the following best describes the 'organised sector' as per the provided text?

A. Enterprises where terms of employment are irregular and work is not assured. B. Places of work where employees are not registered with the government. C. Enterprises or places of work where terms of employment are regular and people have assured work. D. Businesses where workers are paid daily wages without any formal contract.

Q7.Which of the following acts is mentioned in the text as governing the rules and regulations of the organised sector?

A. The Companies Act B. The Consumer Protection Act C. The Factories Act D. The Income Tax Act

Q8.Which of the following is a benefit enjoyed by Kanta, who works in the organised sector?

A. Daily wages with no fixed working hours. B. No paid holidays or leave. C. Receipt of provident fund and medical allowances. D. Can be asked to leave anytime by the employer.

Q9.Based on the description of Kamal's employment, which of the following is true about workers in the unorganised sector?

A. They enjoy security of employment. B. They are paid overtime for extra work. C. They do not receive paid holidays or leave. D. They are given an appointment letter with terms and conditions.

Q10.What is a key characteristic regarding working hours for employees in the organised sector?

A. They work unlimited hours without extra pay. B. They are expected to work only a fixed number of hours. C. They are not paid for working more than fixed hours. D. They work longer hours than those in the unorganised sector.

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Economics Practice Quiz 31