Q. Consider the following pairs:
Sectors———————Activities
1.Tertiary Sector————Utilities (electricity & water supply)
2.Secondary Sector——————–Construction
3.Tertiary Sector—————Trade
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

  • Tertiary Sector – Utilities (electricity & water supply):This pair is not correctly matched. Utilities such as electricity and water supply are considered part of the secondary sector because they involve industrial processes and infrastructure similar to manufacturing.
  • Secondary Sector – Construction:This pair is correctly matched. The secondary sector includes activities related to manufacturing and construction, where raw materials are transformed into finished goods or infrastructure.
  • Tertiary Sector – Trade:This pair is correctly matched. The tertiary sector encompasses services, including trade, which involves the distribution and sale of goods and services.

Source: The Hindu

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