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Q79 (CDS-II/2025) Economy › Growth, Development, Poverty & Employment › Employment trends India Answer Verified

Consider the following statements regarding Annual Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) report 2023 - 24 by the National Statistical Organization (NSO) : 1. The agriculture sector remains dominant in employment, with its share rising from about 44 per cent in 2017- 18 to about 46 per cent in 2023 - 24. 2. The share of female workers in agriculture has increased during the period 2017 - 18 to 2023 - 24. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

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According to the Annual Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24 report released by the NSO, the agriculture sector continues to be the primary employer in India. The share of the workforce in agriculture rose from 44.1% in 2017-18 to 46.1% in 2023-24, confirming the sector's dominance [1]. This trend is largely driven by the increasing participation of women in the agricultural workforce. Specifically, the share of female workers engaged in agriculture has seen a significant rise, increasing from 57.1% in 2017-18 to 66.9% in 2023-24. This phenomenon, often termed the 'feminization of agriculture,' reflects a shift where more women are entering the primary sector while male workers transition to other sectors or remain relatively stable. Consequently, both statements regarding the rising share of agriculture in total employment and the increased share of female workers within the sector are correct.

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  1. [1] Indian Economy, Vivek Singh (7th ed. 2023-24) > Chapter 8: Inclusive growth and issues > Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) > p. 274
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