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Human resources refer to the skilled population that contributes to a country's development, with education and health being crucial for their enhancement. India, being the second most populous country, has a large workforce, but faces challenges like uneven population distribution and unemployment. The government plays a vital role in developing human resources through education, healthcare, and vocational training.

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Class 8 Human Resources

Human resources refer to the skilled population that contributes to a country's development, with education and health being crucial for their enhancement. India, being the second most populous country, has a large workforce, but faces challenges like uneven population distribution and unemployment. The government plays a vital role in developing human resources through education, healthcare, and vocational training.

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Class 8

India : Human Resources


SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
1. What is meant by human resources?
Human resources refer to the people who contribute their knowledge, skills, and abilities to the
economic and social development of a country.
2. Why is education important for human resource development?
Education improves skills, knowledge, and productivity, making people valuable resources for the
country.
3. How does health contribute to human resources?
Good health ensures that individuals can work efficiently and contribute to the country’s
development.
4. What is the difference between population and human resources?
Population refers to the total number of people in a region, while human resources refer to the
skilled and capable population that contributes to development.
5. What are the main factors affecting human resource development?
The main factors are education, health, training, and employment opportunities.
6. Why is the distribution of population uneven in India?
The distribution of population is uneven due to variations in climate, terrain, soil fertility, and
availability of resources.
7. Name any two states in India with a high population density.
Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
8. What is the role of the government in human resource development?
The government provides education, healthcare, vocational training, and employment
opportunities to enhance human resources.
9. How can unemployment affect human resources?
Unemployment leads to the underutilization of human resources and hampers economic growth.
10. Why is India considered rich in human resources?
India has a large population with a significant proportion of young and skilled individuals.
GIVE REASONS :-
1. Statement: India has a large workforce.
Reason: India is the second most populous country in the world, with a high percentage of its
population in the working-age group.
2. Statement: Education is essential for human resource development.
Reason: Education enhances skills, knowledge, and productivity, enabling individuals to
contribute effectively to the economy.
3. Statement: Urban areas have a higher concentration of skilled workers than rural areas.
Reason: Cities provide better access to education, training facilities, and job opportunities
compared to rural areas.
4. Statement: Agriculture employs a majority of India’s population.
Reason: India is an agrarian economy, and a significant portion of the population relies on
farming and related activities for livelihood.
5. Statement: Human resources are more important than natural resources.
Reason: Skilled and educated people can efficiently use natural resources to drive development
and innovation.
6. Statement: Kerala has a high Human Development Index (HDI).
Reason: Kerala has achieved high literacy rates, better healthcare facilities, and gender equality,
FILL IN THE BLANKS:-
1. ________ is the most valuable resource for a country, as it drives development and
progress.
Answer: Human resource
2. The two factors that influence the quality of human resources are ________ and
________.
Answer: Education, health
3. The process of increasing the skills, knowledge, and abilities of people is known as
________.
Answer: Human resource development
4. The population of a country is categorized into three groups based on age: children,
________, and the elderly.
Answer: Working-age population
5. The ________ ratio refers to the number of dependents (children and elderly)
compared to the working population.
Answer: Dependency
6. Urban areas have more job opportunities in the ________ sector compared to rural
areas.
Answer: Industrial
7. In rural areas, most people are engaged in ________ activities such as farming, fishing,
and forestry.
Answer: Primary
8. The government implements ________ programs to improve literacy rates and reduce
unemployment in India.
Answer: Skill development

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