Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002664

Explain the concept of disguised unemployment with examples from urban and rural areas.

1

Disguised unemployment refers to visible unemployment in urban areas

2

Disguised unemployment is when people are employed but their contribution is not needed

3

Disguised unemployment only exists in rural areas

4

Disguised unemployment leads to economic growth

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Disguised unemployment is when people are employed but their contribution is not needed

Solution:

Disguised unemployment occurs when individuals are employed in a sector where their contribution is redundant or could be easily replaced without affecting productivity. This phenomenon is prevalent in both urban and rural areas, where individuals may be engaged in unproductive or surplus jobs.

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