A Graph given below shows the share of employment in the three sectors of the economy. This is shown for two years, 1977-78 and 2017-18. Analyze the data provided and answer the following questions.
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Question (i)
What is the trend of the primary sector’s share in employment from 1977-78 to 2017-18? Explain the reasons for this trend.
Answer:
Answer by student
- The trend of the primary sector's share in employment from 1977-78 to 2017-18 is declining.
- The agricultural output has not increased as fast as the demand for food and other products.
- The productivity and technology in the primary sector have not improved much compared to the other sectors.
Detailed Answer by Teachoo
- The trend of the primary sector's share in employment from 1977-78 to 2017-18 is declining. In 1977-78, the primary sector accounted for 71% of employment, but by 2017-18, its share had decreased to 44%. This indicates a significant shift away from employment in the primary sector over the years.
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