Using the data in Fig. 1.1, calculate how India’s unemployment rate changed between July 2020 and May 2021.
Using the information provided, explain how agriculture led to seasonal unemployment in India in December 2020.
Consider the extent to which problems may arise when unemployment in India is measured.
Assess whether seasonal unemployment is likely to be a more serious issue than frictional unemployment for India’s economy.
Assess the possible measures that could be taken to increase employment in a country such as India.