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What primarily contributes to higher incomes in a population?
How can a growing population be transformed into a productive asset?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of human capital?
What is a potential benefit of training workers in modern technology?
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In the story of Sakal, what role does he play in his household?
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Which of the following activities would be categorized as an economic activity?
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What describes the employment characteristics in the informal sector?
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Which factor is majorly responsible for determining an individual's earnings in the market?
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Which sector do activities like teaching and medicine primarily attract individuals?
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What is a major challenge faced by women in the workforce based on the given information?
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What is meant by 'human capital formation'?
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How does India's Green Revolution illustrate the concept of human capital?
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What does the term 'people as resource' emphasize?
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Why is investment in human capital considered beneficial?
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Which factor is NOT a component of human capital as described?
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What was Vilas forced to do to support his family?
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What do investments in human resources aim to achieve?
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Which sector includes activities like agriculture and fishing?
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How does Total Productivity influence economic growth?
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What is an example of an activity in the tertiary sector?
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What motivates poor people to engage in various activities?
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Which sector is the most labor-absorbing among the options listed?
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What is a significant trend in the tertiary sector mentioned in the content?
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What was the family's decision regarding one of their sons?
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How did families in the village meet their basic needs?
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Study Notes
Overview of People as Resource
- Population viewed as an economic asset when invested through education, training, and health services.
- Human capital consists of the skills and knowledge that improve productivity.
- Investment in human capital can yield higher economic returns similar to investment in physical capital.
Economic Contribution of Population
- Population recognized as a 'human resource' contributing to Gross National Product (GNP).
- Viewing population positively encourages focus on productivity, not just challenges like food and education needs.
- Human capital formation enhances the productive capacity of the workforce.
Case Studies: Sakal and Vilas
- Sakal benefited from education, enhancing labor quality, leading to higher productivity and income.
- Vilas, lacking education, remained in low-skill, low-income jobs, illustrating the impact of human capital on economic opportunities.
Economic Activities Classification
- Economic activities categorized into three sectors:
- Primary Sector: Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining.
- Secondary Sector: Manufacturing industries.
- Tertiary Sector: Services like trade, transportation, and education.
Importance of Education and Skills
- Education enhances the ability to utilize economic opportunities effectively.
- Women face challenges like low education and job security, resulting in lower wages compared to men.
- Higher education and skills enable women to earn wages comparable to men, especially in organized sectors like teaching and medicine.
Economic Status of Women
- Many women work in sectors without job security and basic facilities.
- The labor market often forces poor individuals, including women, into any available work to meet subsistence needs.
- Lack of options and irregular income characterize employment within the informal sector.
Collective Community Efforts
- Villages can thrive when families work together, meet needs through self-sufficiency, and pursue education, such as sending members to vocational training.
- Community development relies on collective investment in education and skills for agricultural advancements.
New Economic Opportunities
- Emerging sectors like biotechnology and information technology demonstrate growth in labor-absorbing industries in the tertiary sector.
- Investments in education and training help adapt to evolving market demands and job opportunities.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the chapter 'People as Resource', highlighting the significance of population as a potential resource for economic growth. It discusses India's Green Revolution as a case study, demonstrating how enhanced knowledge and technology lead to improved productivity.