From the table, rural male minus female ratio = 51.7 minus 17.5 = 34.2, and urban male minus female ratio = 53.0 minus 14.2 = 38.8. The difference in participation rates between men and women is larger in urban areas, not rural, making statement (B) incorrect. Other statements are consistent with the data.
Note: Options (C) and (D) are worded awkwardly (phrases like non urban and non rural create tautologies), but statement (B) is clearly contradicted by the data.
Consider the table Worker population ratio in India 2017 - 18 | Sex | Total | Rural | Urban | |---|---|---|---| | Men | 52.1 | 51.7 | 53.0 | | Women…
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Consider the table
Worker population ratio in India
2017 - 18
| Sex | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men | 52.1 | 51.7 | 53.0 |
| Women | 16.5 | 17.5 | 14.2 |
| Total | 34.7 | 35.0 | 33.9 |
Identify the incorrect statement.
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Verified 13 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
In India, compared to females, more male are found to be working.
- B
The difference in participation rate between men and women is larger in rural areas.
- C
In India, compared to rural men, more non urban men are found to be working.
- D
In India, compared to urban women, more non rural women are found to be working.
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