Worksheet: Human Capital Formation in India- 1 | Economics Class 12 - Commerce PDF Download

Multiple Choice Questions

Q2:  Which of the following is not a form of human capital?
(a) Education and training
(b) Healthcare facilities
(c) Physical fitness
(d) Job experience

Q3:  Which agency in India is responsible for formulating policies and programs for human resource development?
(a) NITI Aayog
(b) Ministry of Human Resource Development
(c) Planning Commission
(d) Reserve Bank of India

Q4: What is the main objective of National Policy on Education (NPE), 1986?
(a) Universalization of education
(b) Promotion of private schools
(c) Elimination of technical education
(d) Reduction in government spending on education

Q5: What does 'Gross Enrollment Ratio' (GER) in education signify?
(a) Total number of students enrolled in different grades
(b) Number of teachers in schools
(c) Total number of schools in a region
(d) Ratio of enrolled students to eligible population in a specific age group

True and False

Q2: The literacy rate in India has remained stagnant over the years without any improvement.

Q3: Vocational education is not a part of human capital formation.

Q4: Public expenditure on education is a crucial factor in promoting human capital formation.

Q5: Gender discrimination does not affect human capital formation in any way.

Match the Following

Q2: Match the following institutions with their roles:

Q3: Match the following policies with their objectives:

Very Short Answers

Q2: Mention any two government agencies responsible for educational planning in India.

Q3: What is the role of private sector in human capital formation?

Q4: Briefly explain the concept of 'Brain Drain' and its impact on human capital.

Q5: Name any two programs initiated by the government to promote skill development in India.

Short Answers

Q2: Discuss the challenges faced by the education sector in India for human capital formation.

Q3: How does investment in education contribute to economic growth?

Q4: Describe the role of technical and vocational education in enhancing human capital.

Q5: Explain the concept of 'National Skill Development Mission' and its objectives.

Long Answers

Q2: Explain the role of government policies in promoting inclusive education for human capital formation.

Q3: Analyze the relationship between education and economic development in India.

Q4: Discuss the measures to address the issue of child labor and its impact on human capital formation.

Q5: Evaluate the challenges and prospects of online education in enhancing human capital in India.