| Which of the given statements explain the occupational structure of India during the British rule? |
| (i) Agriculture sector accounted for major proportion of the workforce |
| (ii) There was a regional variation in the engagement of workforce across different sectors. |
| (iii) Manufacturing sector contributed nearly 10% of the workforce |
| (iv) There have been a shift from agriculture towards manufacturing in states of Orissa, Punjab and Rajasthan. |
A) (i), (ii) and (iv)
B) (i), (iii) and (iv)
C) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D) (i), (ii) and (iii)
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
There were variations in the engagement of workforce across different states. Parts of Madras Presidency, Bengal and Bombay witnessed a transition of workforce from agriculture to other sectors. On the other hand, some states namely Orissa, Punjab and Rajasthan witnessed an increase in the share of agricultural sector.
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