Economics Practice Quiz 33

Q1.Who among the following is most likely to be working in the organised sector based on the provided examples?

A. A handloom weaver working in her house B. A headload worker carrying a bag of cement C. A farmer irrigating her field D. A teacher taking classes in a school

Q2.What facility is a factory manager legally required to ensure for workers in the organised sector?

A. Free housing B. A safe working environment C. Unlimited paid holidays D. Personal vehicle allowance

Q3.In the unorganised sector, what often dictates job conditions and employment decisions?

A. Strict government regulations B. Collective bargaining agreements C. The whims of the employer D. Standardized industry practices

Q4.Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of jobs in the unorganised sector?

A. Low salary B. Secure employment C. Irregular earnings D. Lack of other benefits

Q5.Why do many organised sector enterprises operate in the unorganised sector?

A. To gain more government subsidies B. To evade taxes and avoid labour protection laws C. To provide more employment opportunities D. To expand their market reach

Q6.What trend has been observed in the employment sector since the 1990s?

A. A rapid increase in organised sector jobs B. A significant decline in unorganised sector employment C. Many workers losing jobs in the organised sector and moving to the unorganised sector D. Increased government protection for unorganised sector workers

Q7.In rural areas, which of the following groups primarily constitutes the unorganised sector?

A. Government employees and private company executives B. Landless agricultural labourers, small and marginal farmers, sharecroppers, and artisans C. Large-scale industrial workers and factory owners D. Teachers and healthcare professionals

Q8.What specific support does the text suggest for small-scale industries in urban areas?

A. Subsidies for international trade B. Government's support for procuring raw material and marketing of output C. Tax exemptions for large-scale expansion D. Training programs for managerial staff

Q9.Protection and support to the unorganised sector workers is considered necessary for which of the following?

A. Only economic development B. Only social development C. Both economic and social development D. Political stability

Q10.What is a key characteristic of jobs offered by the organised sector?

A. They are expanding very rapidly. B. They are the most sought-after. C. They often lead to social discrimination. D. They primarily involve casual labour.

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Economics Practice Quiz 33