EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Earn 100

Daily wage workers are individuals who are employed on a short-term or daily basis and are paid based on the number of days they work. 

_____ is a place where labourers wait with their tools for people to come and hire them for work.

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Important Questions on Urban Livelihoods

EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT

In the factories, many people are employed as casual workers.

What is a notable characteristic of individuals employed as casual workers in factories, where they work extended hours without having _____.  

MEDIUM
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT

In urban areas, many people work in offices which provide permanent employment opportunities for the workers. 

What are the benefits provided for the permanent worker?

EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Distinguish between permanent and casual employment arrangements by exploring the nuanced implications of job security, benefits, and its overall impact.
HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Some parts of the city are different from others. What differences do you find?
HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT

Complete the following table and discuss how their work is different:

Name Place of work Earnings Security of work Benefits received Work on their own or employed
Bachchu Manjhi   Rs 100/day      
Harpreet, Vandana         Work on their own
Nirmala     No Security    
Sudha Company Rs 30,000 p.m      
HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
What are the differences between those who sell on the street and those in the market?
HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
In what ways is a permanent and regular job different from a casual job? Discuss.
HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
What differences do you find between Sushila and Chandni?