BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 49
By how much did the Female Labour Force Participation Rate increase from 2017-18 to 2022-23, according to the NSSO (PLFS)?
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Answer: (B) From 23.3% to 37%
Explanation
PLFS shows female LFPR (15+ usual status) rising from 23.3% in 2017-18 to 37.0% in 2022-23.
- (A) Incorrect
Wrong: both figures are off.
- (B) Correct
Correct: female LFPR rose from 23.3% to 37.0%.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: the end figure was 37%.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: both figures are off.