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India: Human Resources

ICSE · Class 8 · Geography

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Card 1Meaning of Human Resource

What is human resource?

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Human resource is the resource that resides in the knowledge, skill, and motivation of people. It includes both the people who work for an organisation and the department that manages employee-related

Card 2Importance of Human Resource

Why are human beings called a resource?

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Human beings are called a resource because they use knowledge, skill, intelligence, and effort to turn natural objects into useful goods and services. They can also improve other resources through edu

Card 3Meaning of Human Resource

When was the term human resource first coined?

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The term human resource was first coined in the 1960s, when ideas like motivation, organisational behaviour, and selection assessments began to receive attention.

Card 4Skilled and Unskilled Human Resource

What is the difference between skilled and unskilled human resource?

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Skilled human resource refers to people who are trained, well educated, energetic, experienced, and devoted to their field. They can do specific work efficiently. Unskilled human resource refers to pe

Card 5Skilled Human Resource

Give examples of skilled human resource.

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Teachers, lawyers, doctors, and engineers are examples of skilled human resource because they need training, education, and special knowledge to do their work well.

Card 6Unskilled Human Resource

Give examples of unskilled human resource.

Answer

Peons, watchmen, cleaners, sweepers, gardeners, and labourers are examples of unskilled human resource because their work involves simple duties and no special training.

Card 7Population Distribution

What is population distribution?

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Population distribution means the way people are spread across the Earth’s surface. Some areas are densely populated, some are sparsely populated, and some may be uninhabited.

Card 8Factors Affecting Population Distribution

Which physical factors affect population distribution?

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Availability of water, landforms, climate, and soil affect population distribution. People prefer areas with water, flat plains, comfortable climate, and fertile soil.

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