With reference to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), consider the following statements: 1. It aims to determine the average wage levels across industries. 2. The term "usual status" in the PLFS refers to employment status at the time of the survey. 3. Ministry of Labour and Employment is responsible for conducting the PLFS in India. How many of the above statements are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), consider the following statements:
1.It aims to determine the average wage levels across industries.
2.The term “usual status” in the PLFS refers to employment status at the time of the survey.
3.Ministry of Labour and Employment is responsible for conducting the PLFS in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1, 2 and 3 are incorrect. The PLFS does not collect data on wages. The primary objective of the PLFS is to estimate employment and unemployment rates.

The term “usual status” in the PLFS refers to the employment status an individual typically holds during a reference period, usually a year. It’s not limited to the time of the survey.

The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), a government agency under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, conducts the PLFS.

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