Study the given picture carefully:
Which age composition contains senior citizens of India?
(a) Adults
(b) Children
(c) Aged
(d) None of the above
Answer:
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The population of a nation is, generally,
grouped into three broad categories:
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Children (generally below 15 years)
- They are economically unproductive and need to be provided with food, clothing, education, and medical care.
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Working Age (15–59 years)-
They are economically productive and biologically reproductive. They comprise the working population.
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Aged (Above 59 years)
-They can be economically productive though they may have retired. They may be working voluntarily but they are not available for employment through recruitment.
So, the correct option is (c).
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