{"id":16889,"date":"2023-11-21T17:32:50","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T17:32:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=16889"},"modified":"2023-11-21T17:32:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T17:32:52","slug":"the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"The Employment Conundrum: Unemployment in India &#8211; UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis &#8211; 21st November 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\">UPSC Essay Course<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The persistent challenge of unemployment in India remains a critical issue that demands urgent attention and comprehensive solutions. Despite the nation&#8217;s significant economic growth in recent years, job creation has not kept pace with the burgeoning population, exacerbating the employment conundrum. Structural issues within the labor market, coupled with inadequate skills development, further contribute to the problem. The COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified these challenges, leading to widespread job losses across various sectors. Policymakers must prioritize the creation of a conducive environment for job growth, focusing on both traditional and emerging industries. Additionally, investing in education and skill enhancement programs is crucial to align the workforce with the evolving demands of the job market. A holistic approach, incorporating economic, social, and educational reforms, is essential to address the complex layers of the unemployment conundrum in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>GS-3 Employment Issues\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e0b481c2d3c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Unemployment_Scenario_in_India\" title=\"Unemployment Scenario in India&nbsp;\">Unemployment Scenario in India&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Types_of_Unemployment_in_India\" title=\"Types of Unemployment in India&nbsp;\">Types of Unemployment in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Disguised_Unemployment\" title=\"Disguised Unemployment\u00a0\">Disguised Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Seasonal_Unemployment\" title=\"Seasonal Unemployment\u00a0\">Seasonal Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Structural_Unemployment\" title=\"Structural Unemployment\u00a0\">Structural Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Cyclical_Unemployment\" title=\"Cyclical Unemployment\u00a0\">Cyclical Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Technological_Unemployment\" title=\"Technological Unemployment\u00a0\">Technological Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Frictional_Unemployment\" title=\"Frictional Unemployment\u00a0\">Frictional Unemployment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Vulnerable_Employment\" title=\"Vulnerable Employment\u00a0\">Vulnerable Employment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Factors_contributing_to_unemployment_in_India\" title=\"Factors contributing to unemployment in India&nbsp;\">Factors contributing to unemployment in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Impact_of_Caste_System\" title=\"Impact of Caste System\u00a0\">Impact of Caste System\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Joint_Family_Dynamics\" title=\"Joint Family Dynamics\u00a0\">Joint Family Dynamics\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Population_Growth_Challenges\" title=\"Population Growth Challenges\u00a0\">Population Growth Challenges\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Agricultural_Dependence\" title=\"Agricultural Dependence\u00a0\">Agricultural Dependence\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Decline_in_Cottage_Industries\" title=\"Decline in Cottage Industries\u00a0\">Decline in Cottage Industries\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Labour_Immobility\" title=\"Labour Immobility\u00a0\">Labour Immobility\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Educational_System_Deficiencies\" title=\"Educational System Deficiencies\u00a0\">Educational System Deficiencies\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Government_Initiatives_to_Address_Unemployment\" title=\"Government Initiatives to Address Unemployment&nbsp;\">Government Initiatives to Address Unemployment&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Support_for_Marginalized_Individuals_for_Livelihood_and_Enterprise_SMILE\" title=\"Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE)\u00a0\">Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#PM-DAKSH_Pradhan_Mantri_Dakshta_Aur_Kushalta_Sampann_Hitgrahi\" title=\"PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi)\u00a0\">PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Mahatma_Gandhi_National_Rural_Employment_Guarantee_Act_MGNREGA\" title=\"Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)\u00a0\">Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Pradhan_Mantri_Kaushal_Vikas_Yojana_PMKVY\" title=\"Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)\u00a0\">Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Start_Up_India_Scheme\" title=\"Start Up India Scheme\u00a0\">Start Up India Scheme\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#National_Career_Service_NCS\" title=\"National Career Service (NCS)\u00a0\">National Career Service (NCS)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Deen_Dayal_Upadhyaya_Grameen_Kaushalya_Yojana_DDU-GKY\" title=\"Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)\u00a0\">Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Pradhan_Mantri_Rojgar_Protsahan_Yojana_PMRPY\" title=\"Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY)\u00a0\">Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Q_What_factors_contribute_to_the_employment_conundrum_and_high_levels_of_unemployment_in_India\" title=\"Q: What factors contribute to the employment conundrum and high levels of unemployment in India?\">Q: What factors contribute to the employment conundrum and high levels of unemployment in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" 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development play in tackling unemployment in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Q_Are_there_specific_industries_or_sectors_that_are_particularly_affected_by_high_unemployment_rates_in_India\" title=\"Q: Are there specific industries or sectors that are particularly affected by high unemployment rates in India?\">Q: Are there specific industries or sectors that are particularly affected by high unemployment rates in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Q_What_policy_recommendations_or_reforms_are_being_proposed_to_address_the_employment_conundrum_in_India\" title=\"Q: What policy recommendations or reforms are being proposed to address the employment conundrum in India?\">Q: What policy recommendations or reforms are being proposed to address the employment conundrum in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-employment-conundrum-unemployment-in-india-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-21st-november-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Examining the unique experiences of Germany, Japan, and South Korea will provide insight into the circumstances that influenced the recent suggestion for Indians to work 70 hours per week.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unemployment_Scenario_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Unemployment Scenario in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The unemployment ratio is the proportion of unemployed individuals within the labour force.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In the latest data, the unemployment rate stood at 6.6% for men and 9.4% for women, reflecting a change from 9.3% and 11.6% in the July-September 2021 period.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Unemployment_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Types of Unemployment in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disguised_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Disguised Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: More individuals are employed than necessary.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Commonly observed in agricultural and unorganized sectors in India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seasonal_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Seasonal Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: Occurs during specific seasons of the year.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Example: Agricultural laborers in India often face a lack of work throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Structural_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Structural Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: Arises from a mismatch between available jobs and workers&#8217; skills.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Cause: Lack of necessary skills and inadequate education hinder job placement.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cyclical_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Cyclical Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: Results from economic cycles, with unemployment increasing during recessions and decreasing during growth.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Occurrence: More prevalent in capitalist economies.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technological_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Technological Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: Job loss due to technological advancements.\u00a0<\/li><li>Data: In 2016, the World Bank predicted a 69% year-on-year proportion of jobs threatened by automation in India.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frictional_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Frictional Unemployment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Also known as Search Unemployment.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Refers to the time delay between jobs during a job search or job transition.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Inevitable time lag causes frictional unemployment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vulnerable_Employment\"><\/span><strong>Vulnerable Employment<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Definition: Involves informal work without proper contracts and legal protection.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Challenge: Records of their work are not maintained, contributing to the classification of these individuals as &#8216;unemployed.&#8217;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Prominent in India&#8217;s employment landscape.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_contributing_to_unemployment_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Factors contributing to unemployment in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_Caste_System\"><\/span><strong>Impact of Caste System<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Presence of caste-based restrictions on certain jobs in specific regions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joint_Family_Dynamics\"><\/span><strong>Joint Family Dynamics<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In large joint families with significant business interests, some individuals may not actively contribute to work, relying on the family&#8217;s combined income.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Population_Growth_Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Population Growth Challenges<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Persistent population growth poses a significant challenge to managing unemployment in India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agricultural_Dependence\"><\/span><strong>Agricultural Dependence<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nearly half of India&#8217;s workforce relies on agriculture, which remains underdeveloped and provides seasonal employment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decline_in_Cottage_Industries\"><\/span><strong>Decline in Cottage Industries<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Industrial development adversely affected cottage and small industries, leading to a decline in production and unemployment among artisans.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Labour_Immobility\"><\/span><strong>Labour Immobility<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Limited labour mobility due to familial ties, language barriers, religious considerations, and climatic preferences.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_System_Deficiencies\"><\/span><strong>Educational System Deficiencies<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mismatch between specialized job requirements and the lack of corresponding training in India&#8217;s education system.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Inability to meet the demands of specialized jobs results in unemployment for those lacking the required skills.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Initiatives_to_Address_Unemployment\"><\/span><strong>Government Initiatives to Address Unemployment<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_for_Marginalized_Individuals_for_Livelihood_and_Enterprise_SMILE\"><\/span><strong>Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE<\/strong>)\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Aimed at providing support and opportunities for livelihood and entrepreneurship to marginalized individuals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM-DAKSH_Pradhan_Mantri_Dakshta_Aur_Kushalta_Sampann_Hitgrahi\"><\/span><strong>PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Focuses on enhancing skills and promoting excellence to empower individuals for sustainable employment.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahatma_Gandhi_National_Rural_Employment_Guarantee_Act_MGNREGA\"><\/span><strong>Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Enacts a rural employment guarantee to provide livelihood security and generate employment opportunities in rural areas.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pradhan_Mantri_Kaushal_Vikas_Yojana_PMKVY\"><\/span><strong>Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY<\/strong>)\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Aims to skill and upskill the Indian workforce to make them job-ready and enhance employability.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Up_India_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>Start Up India Scheme<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Encourages entrepreneurship and supports the growth of startup ventures, fostering job creation and economic development.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Career_Service_NCS\"><\/span><strong>National Career Service (NCS)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Provides a platform for job seekers and employers to interact, facilitating career guidance, skill development, and job placement.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deen_Dayal_Upadhyaya_Grameen_Kaushalya_Yojana_DDU-GKY\"><\/span><strong>Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Focuses on rural youth development by providing skill training and placement for sustainable livelihoods.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pradhan_Mantri_Rojgar_Protsahan_Yojana_PMRPY\"><\/span><strong>Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Encourages employers to generate new employment by contributing to the provident fund of eligible employees.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Previous Year Questions<\/strong>\u00a0<br><br><strong>Prelims (2013)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Q. Disguised unemployment generally means\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>(a)<\/strong>\u202flarge number of people remain unemployed\u00a0<br><strong>(b)<\/strong>\u202falternative employment is not available\u00a0<br><strong>(c)<\/strong>\u202fmarginal productivity of labour is zero\u00a0<br><strong>(d)<\/strong>\u202fproductivity of workers is low\u00a0<br><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Exp:<\/strong>\u00a0<br>An economy demonstrates disguised unemployment when productivity is low and too many workers are filling too few jobs.\u00a0<br>Marginal productivity refers to the additional output that is gained by addition of one unit of labour.\u00a0<br>Since, in disguised unemployment, a greater number of labour than required are already engaged in the work, the marginal productivity of labour is zero.\u00a0<br>Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/lead\/making-sense-of-the-employment-challenge\/article67555366.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_factors_contribute_to_the_employment_conundrum_and_high_levels_of_unemployment_in_India\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What factors contribute to the employment conundrum and high levels of unemployment in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This question aims to explore the various underlying issues such as economic, structural, and skill-related factors that contribute to the persistent problem of unemployment in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span 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