Question

Consider the following statements about Kerala’s employment structure compared to all-India (2023-24):

1. Kerala has a smaller share of its workforce in the primary sector than the national average.

2. The share of employment in the service sector is higher in Kerala compared to India.

3. The secondary sector employs a much larger share in Kerala than in India.

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 and 2 only

• Primary: Kerala’s 27.3% vs India’s 46.3% ⇒ statement 1 correct.

• Services: Kerala 48.53% vs India’s 29.73% ⇒ statement 2 correct.

• Secondary share is similar (24% Kerala vs 24% India), not "much larger" ⇒ statement 3 wrong.