With reference to “Gig Workers” consider the following statements:1.Gig workers cannot create legally recognised unions.2.Platform gig workers are generally casual wage workers and own-account workers in the conventional sectors.3.Gig workers have the flexibility to work according to their convenience and availability. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to “Gig Workers” consider the following statements::
1.Gig workers cannot create legally recognised unions.
2.Platform gig workers are generally casual wage workers and own-account workers in the conventional sectors.
3.Gig workers have the flexibility to work according to their convenience and availability.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Gig workers cannot create legally recognised unions. Gig workers have the flexibility to work according to their convenience and availability.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Platform gig workers are those whose work is based on online software apps or digital platforms while non-platform gig workers are generally casual wage workers and own-account workers in the conventional sectors, working part-time or full time.

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