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Tertiary Sector (Service Sector)

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Economics

Summary of Tertiary Sector (Service Sector) for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Economics. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

The tertiary sector, also known as the service sector, plays a vital role in the economic development of a country. Unlike the primary sector (agriculture) and secondary sector (manufacturing), the tertiary sector does not produce physical goods but provides essential services that support all other

Key Concepts

The tertiary sector includes all economic

The tertiary sector includes all economic activities that provide services rather than producing goods. Examples include banking, transport, insurance

The service sector contributes 80

The service sector contributes 80.1% to India's GDP in 2020-21 and employs 32.3% of the workforce. Its growth rate has increased significantly over th

Infrastructure includes economic (energy

Infrastructure includes economic (energy, transport, telecom) and social (education, health) facilities that support economic activities.

IT involves the use of computers

IT involves the use of computers, software, and networks to manage information. India is a global leader in IT services and exports.

Tourism brings in foreign exchange

Tourism brings in foreign exchange and creates employment, while banking provides financial services essential for economic transactions.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the importance of the service sector in economic development
  • Analyze the share of the service sector in GDP and employment
  • Identify key sub-sectors like transport, IT, banking, and tourism
  • Recognize the role of infrastructure in supporting economic growth
  • Evaluate the contribution of the service sector to exports and employment

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