Question 10Explain statement and suggest growth patternGS3GS1
Economic growth in the recent past has been led by an increase in labour activity. Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to the creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity.
Introduction
Labour activity refer to the increased participation of workers in the economy such as increased employment, higher workforce & enhanced productivity
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Main Body
Economic growth is led by increase in labour activity
1Demographic advantage: India's working age population constitute 60% of total population with median age of 28 yrs resulting in large number of working hands
2Increased employment & productivity - the latest PLFS survey data note that unemployment has decreased sharply to 6.9% from 9.1% earlier
3Improved human capital - Accumulation of human capital via education, skill training, health measure, etc has increased labour activity & in turn
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Answer continues on next page
- Clear opening definition
- Supported by statistics (unemployment rate, median age)
- Multiple factors identified
Topper
Dr. Sachin B L
2023
Subject & Paper
GS3GS1
Topic
Economic Growth and Employment
Labour Activity and Productivity
Job creation without compromising productivity
Writing Stats
100
Total words
4
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