Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the 2025 NITI Aayog twin reports on the services sector?
1. The services sector accounts for over 80% of India's total employment.
2. The reports highlighted a concerning decline in female labor force participation within the services sector.

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Accepted Answer

B) 2 only — Statement 1 is incorrect because the reports found that the services sector accounts for roughly 55% of the national GVA but only about one-third (approx 33%) of total employment. Statement 2 is correct as the reports flagged a decline in female labor force participation in this sector.

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