Question Details

Detailed explanation and options for the selected question.

What is meant by “structural unemployment”?

A. Unemployment due to seasonal factors
B. Unemployment due to mismatch of skills and jobs
C. Unemployment during economic downturns
D. Unemployment caused by lack of government policies

Explanation:

Structural unemployment occurs when there is a mismatch between the skills of workers and the jobs available. Seasonal and cyclical unemployment describe different scenarios.

Related Topics

Contract Farming and Value Chains

Revision Notes

Tourism and Hospitality Industry

Revision Notes

Agricultural Marketing and Supply Chain

Revision Notes

Indian Stock Markets and SEBI Regulation

Revision Notes

Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnerships (RCEP) Withdrawal

Revision Notes

Role of Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Integration

Revision Notes

Privatization and Disinvestment in India

Revision Notes

Semiconductor Manufacturing Initiative

Revision Notes

National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP)

Revision Notes

Labour Codes and Workforce Formalization

Revision Notes