Question

Structural adjustment is supposed to affect the poor and the weaker sections. Which of the following causes is not one of the reasons for the increasing misery of the poor consequent on the implementation of structural reforms?

• A. Most of the new jobs created were in the urban sector.
• B. There was a sharp fall in government expenditure.
• C. Subsidies on foodgrains were slashed.
• D. Real wages of unskilled workers increased.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Real wages of unskilled workers increased.

(d)