7 Most VSAQ’s of Rampur – A Village Economy Chapter in Class 10th Social (TS/AP)

2 Marks

VSAQ-1 : What do you think do men receive higher wage than women for the same job? Discuss.

  1. Factors Contributing to Wage Disparity:
    Men frequently receive higher wages than women for the same job due to various factors, including traditional gender roles, job allocations, physical demands, and societal norms. Additionally, bias in skill perception, discrimination, and unequal education can further exacerbate this disparity.
  2. Addressing the Gender Wage Gap:
    Efforts to mitigate this issue involve promoting gender equality, implementing equal pay laws, and fostering skill development opportunities for all genders.

VSAQ-2 : What is fixed capital & Given example.

Fixed capital refers to durable capital assets used in production processes for an extended period of time. These assets are crucial for maintaining and expanding a business’s operations.

VSAQ-3 : What is working capital? Given example.

Working capital refers to the capital utilized in the day-to-day production and operations of a business. It encompasses various components such as raw materials and funds required for operational expenses.

VSAQ-4 : What is marketable surplus?

Marketable surplus is a term used in agriculture to describe the excess quantity of a farmer’s produce that is available for sale in the open market. This surplus is calculated after deducting the portion of the produce that is retained for personal or family consumption.

VSAQ-5 : What are the units of measuring land?

Acre: The acre, used in the United States and other countries, is a traditional land measurement unit, approximately equivalent to 4,840 square yards or 43,560 square feet.

Hectare: The hectare, a metric unit, is globally recognized, with 1 hectare equaling 10,000 square meters, making it ideal for standardized land measurements and agricultural planning.

VSAQ-6 : What is the main factor of production in the agriculture sector?

In the context of the agricultural sector, the primary factor of production is land.

VSAQ-7 : What are “Persian wheels”.

Persian wheels are devices employed by farmers for the purpose of drawing water from wells and facilitating irrigation in small areas.