People as Resources: Economic Activities

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What is the primary factor contributing to educated unemployment in India?

Lack of career-oriented training in secondary education.

Overemphasis on theoretical knowledge rather than practical skills.

Mismatch between the number of graduates and job creation. (correct)

Insufficient number of educational institutions.

Which sector in India has the highest potential for generating jobs?

Information Technology sector.

Service sector.

Agricultural sector and its related industries. (correct)

Manufacturing sector.

What educational reform is suggested to help mitigate the issue of educated unemployment?

Delaying entry into secondary level education to increase maturity.

Increasing the quantity of subjects taught at school.

Making education at the secondary level more career-focused and skills-based. (correct)

Implementing a rigorous testing process to ensure capable students graduate.

Which of the following is considered the most valuable form of capital, according to the text?

Human capital. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 'screening process' in education with regards to subject selection, as suggested in the text?

To ensure students choose subjects based on their abilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'people as a resource' primarily refer to?

The working population's skills and abilities contributing to production. Signup and view all the answers

Why is human resource considered superior to other resources?

Because human resources can utilize other resources to generate output. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of education in human capital formation?

Education enhances individual productivity and contributes to economic growth. Signup and view all the answers

How does health impact human capital formation?

Good health allows individuals to utilize their full potential and contribute to the economy. Signup and view all the answers

Which sector provides support services to the primary and secondary sectors?

Tertiary sector Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between market and non-market activities?

Market activities involve production for pay or profit, while non-market activities are for self-consumption. Signup and view all the answers

An individual's health directly influences their:

Ability to fight illness and work productively. Signup and view all the answers

Why are women often employed in low-paid work?

Women are generally denied the education and necessary skills due to gender discrimination. Signup and view all the answers

Which activities are classified under the primary sector?

Extraction and production of natural resources like agriculture and mining. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of unemployment?

People are both willing and able to work but cannot find jobs at the going wages. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of activities in the secondary sector?

Processing of natural resources, like manufacturing. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best example of a secondary sector activity?

Manufacturing Signup and view all the answers

Which situation describes disguised unemployment?

More people are working on a task than are actually needed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of seasonal unemployment?

People are only able to find jobs during specific times of the year. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary factor determining an individual's earning potential in the market?

Education and skill Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a tertiary activity?

Agriculture Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

People as Resources

People as a resource refers to the working population's skills and abilities.
Human resources differ from other resources (land, physical capital) as they use those resources to produce outputs. Other resources can't be productive on their own.
Education is a vital component of human capital development, enabling productivity and national consciousness.
Health is crucial for human capital; a healthy person has higher potential and is more productive. Unhealthy individuals can become liabilities.
Health directly impacts working life efficiency.
Primary sector activities include extracting and producing natural resources (e.g., agriculture, forestry, fishing).
Secondary sector activities process natural resources (e.g., manufacturing).
Tertiary sector activities support the primary and secondary sectors with services (e.g., trade, transportation, communication, finance).

Economic Activities vs. Non-Economic Activities

Economic activities add value to national income.
Economic activities can be market-based (paying for profit) or non-market (producing for self-consumption).
Non-economic activities do not contribute to national income (e.g., household chores).

Unemployment

Unemployment is when able-bodied individuals who want work can't find it.
Disguised unemployment occurs when more workers are needed than actually used in a task.
Seasonal unemployment appears during certain periods (often linked to agricultural or weather patterns).

Gender and Employment

Women often face discrimination, leading to lower pay and fewer opportunities.
Education and skills are key determinants of earning potential in the market.

Education and Unemployment

Educated unemployment is a specific issue in India, where the number of educated individuals outpaces available employment.
Changes in education systems are needed to improve career-oriented skills and prepare students for the job market.

Human Capital

Human capital is the most valuable resource, as it can best utilize land, labor, and physical capital to produce output.

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Explore the concept of people as a resource and how human capital influences economic productivity. This quiz delves into the significance of education and health in the workforce and the different sectors of economic activities. Test your knowledge on how these elements contribute to overall national efficiency.