Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

When workers shift from the organised to the unorganised sector, they lose far more than income. In the organised sector, they had job security, regular wages, and benefits like provident fund, paid leave, and overtime pay. The unorganised sector offers none of these protections.

Their earnings become irregular and unpredictable. They face exploitation as employers often evade labour laws and refuse to pay fair wages. There is no job security — they can be dismissed without notice. Workers also lose social protections and are often subject to discrimination, particularly those from scheduled castes and tribes who form the majority of the unorganised workforce.

Thus, the shift causes loss of security, legal protection, and dignity — not just income.

Source: How to Protect Workers in the Unorganised Sector, Chapter 2

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What examiners look for (3 marks):

• Point 1: Loss of job security and regularity of employment
• Point 2: Loss of benefits (provident fund, paid leave, etc.) and exposure to exploitation / unfair wages
• Point 3: Social vulnerability — discrimination, no legal protection

Avoid just saying "low income." The question specifically asks beyond income loss. The passage highlights irregularity, exploitation, lack of benefits, and social discrimination — hit all three for full marks. Keep your answer focused; no padding needed.