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The phenomenon of a large number of skilled and educated individuals migrating for better employment opportunities is often termed:

ASkill Migration

BLabor Mobility

CHuman Capital Flight

DBrain Drain

Answer:

D. Brain Drain

Read Explanation:

  • While remittances boost the economy, the outflow of highly skilled workers to other countries or states is often referred to as 'Brain Drain'.


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Which of the following statements correctly highlights the impact of migration on Kerala's labor market?

  1. Migration led to an increase in unemployment rates.
  2. It resulted in a reduction of unemployment.
  3. There was a significant surplus of construction workers in the state.
  4. It led to a shortage of construction workers.

    Analyze the findings of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2022-23 regarding consumption expenditure.

    1. The HCES 2022-23 data shows an increase in income levels for both urban and rural households since 2011-12.
    2. Rural households experienced a sharper growth in spending compared to urban households according to the survey.
    3. The average monthly per capita consumption expenditure (MPCE) for rural households increased from Rs 1,430 in 2011-12 to Rs 3,773 in 2022-23.
    4. The survey indicated a narrowing gap between the rich and the poor.