Contribution of Communication and Information Technology to Indian Employment

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the contribution of Communication and Information Technology (CIT) to Indian employment.
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How has CIT contributed to the growth of the Indian economy?

  1. Increased productivity

  2. Enhanced competitiveness

  3. Improved infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has contributed to the growth of the Indian economy by increasing productivity, enhancing competitiveness, and improving infrastructure.

Which sector has been the primary beneficiary of CIT-led employment growth in India?

  1. Manufacturing

  2. Agriculture

  3. Services

  4. Construction


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The services sector has been the primary beneficiary of CIT-led employment growth in India, accounting for over 80% of the new jobs created.

How has CIT facilitated the growth of the IT industry in India?

  1. Improved infrastructure

  2. Availability of skilled workforce

  3. Government incentives

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The growth of the IT industry in India has been facilitated by improved infrastructure, the availability of a skilled workforce, and government incentives.

Which of the following is not a major sub-sector of the IT industry in India?

  1. Software development

  2. IT consulting

  3. Business process outsourcing

  4. Hardware manufacturing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hardware manufacturing is not a major sub-sector of the IT industry in India, as the country primarily focuses on software development, IT consulting, and business process outsourcing.

How has CIT contributed to the growth of employment in rural areas of India?

  1. Increased access to information and communication

  2. Improved infrastructure

  3. Expansion of e-commerce

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has contributed to the growth of employment in rural areas of India by increasing access to information and communication, improving infrastructure, and expanding e-commerce.

Which of the following is not a challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment?

  1. Shortage of skilled workforce

  2. High attrition rate

  3. Lack of government support

  4. Increasing competition from other countries


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lack of government support is not a challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment, as the government has been actively promoting the growth of the sector through various initiatives.

How has CIT helped to create new job opportunities for women in India?

  1. Increased access to education and training

  2. Flexible work arrangements

  3. Availability of online jobs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has helped to create new job opportunities for women in India by increasing access to education and training, providing flexible work arrangements, and making online jobs available.

Which of the following is not a major factor driving the growth of employment in the IT industry in India?

  1. Globalization

  2. Technological advancements

  3. Government policies

  4. Increased demand for IT services


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Government policies are not a major factor driving the growth of employment in the IT industry in India, as the sector's growth is primarily driven by globalization, technological advancements, and increased demand for IT services.

How has CIT contributed to the growth of entrepreneurship in India?

  1. Increased access to information and resources

  2. Availability of online platforms for business

  3. Government initiatives to promote entrepreneurship

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has contributed to the growth of entrepreneurship in India by increasing access to information and resources, providing online platforms for business, and supporting government initiatives to promote entrepreneurship.

Which of the following is not a major challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment?

  1. Shortage of skilled workforce

  2. High attrition rate

  3. Lack of government support

  4. Increasing competition from other countries


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lack of government support is not a major challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment, as the government has been actively promoting the growth of the sector through various initiatives.

How has CIT helped to improve the quality of employment in India?

  1. Increased access to skill development programs

  2. Improved working conditions

  3. Higher wages

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has helped to improve the quality of employment in India by increasing access to skill development programs, improving working conditions, and providing higher wages.

Which of the following is not a major factor contributing to the growth of employment in the IT industry in India?

  1. Globalization

  2. Technological advancements

  3. Government policies

  4. Increased demand for IT services


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Government policies are not a major factor contributing to the growth of employment in the IT industry in India, as the sector's growth is primarily driven by globalization, technological advancements, and increased demand for IT services.

How has CIT contributed to the growth of employment in the manufacturing sector in India?

  1. Increased automation

  2. Improved productivity

  3. Expansion of e-commerce

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has contributed to the growth of employment in the manufacturing sector in India by increasing automation, improving productivity, and expanding e-commerce.

Which of the following is not a major challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment?

  1. Shortage of skilled workforce

  2. High attrition rate

  3. Lack of government support

  4. Increasing competition from other countries


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lack of government support is not a major challenge faced by the Indian IT industry in terms of employment, as the government has been actively promoting the growth of the sector through various initiatives.

How has CIT helped to improve the working conditions of employees in India?

  1. Increased access to information and communication

  2. Improved infrastructure

  3. Flexible work arrangements

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CIT has helped to improve the working conditions of employees in India by increasing access to information and communication, improving infrastructure, and providing flexible work arrangements.

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