Human Occupations | Class 6 | Geography | Chapter 10 | Maharashtra State Board
In this video, we will be discussing the diverse range of human occupations that exist in today's society. We will categorize them into four types - primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary occupations. Primary occupations involve the direct extraction of natural resources, such as agriculture, fishing, and mining. Secondary occupations involve the processing and manufacturing of raw materials, such as the production of textiles or electronics. Tertiary occupations involve providing services to people, such as healthcare, education, and transportation. Lastly, quaternary occupations involve intellectual and knowledge-based activities, such as research and development, information technology, and scientific exploration. We will discuss the significance of each type of occupation and their contribution to society. Additionally, we will explore the current trends in the job market and how they are evolving with technological advancements. Whether you're a student or a working professional, this video will provide a comprehensive understanding of the various occupations that shape our world.
Questions & Answers
A. Select the correct option:
1. Serving as a bus conductor is a tertiary type of occupation.
(a) bus conductor
(b) veterinary doctor
(c) brick kiln worker
2. In the tropical areas, we mainly see primary occupations.
(a) primary
(b) secondary
(c) tertiary
3. Amol’s Granny sells papads and pickles. Which type of occupations is it ?
(a) primary
(b) secondary
(c) tertiary
Ans. Secondary
B. Give reasons.
1. The type of occupation determines a person’s income.
Ans. Generally, fewer skills are required to perform primary occupations such as animal husbandry, lumbering, etc. Therefore, people engaged in these occupation get comparatively less income.
On the other hand, greater skills are required to perform quaternary occupations such as designing buildings, treating patients, teaching, etc. Therefore, people engaged in these occupations get comparatively high income. In this way, the type of occupation determines a person’s income.
2. Primary occupations are associated with developing countries while tertiary, with developed countries?
Ans. Primary occupations require comparative lesser amount of skills and capital investment. On the other hand, tertiary occupations require comparatively more amount of skills and capital investment.
In developing countries, the capital formative rate is comparatively low. On the other hand, in developed counties, the capital formation rate is comparatively high. Therefore, primary occupations are associated with developed countries.
3. Quaternary occupations are not commonly seen.
Ans. Quaternary services are not of an ordinary nature. There services are rendered only by those people who have some special skills/expertise. Therefore, quaternary services are not commonly seen.
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