Question

Which of the following types of unemployment is common in the rural agricultural sector in India?

• A. Industrial unemployment
• B. Disguised unemployment
• C. Structural unemployment
• D. Seasonal unemployment

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (D)

Seasonal unemployment

Agricultural activities in India are season-specific. Therefore, there are huge demands for workers only in specific seasons. This leads to seasonal unemployment in rural areas. Moreover, due to the lack of alternative employment opportunities, more and more people get involved in agriculture. In reality, however, they do not contribute anything to the output. This common type of unemployment is known as disguised employment.