The Gig Economy in India: Checkpoint 1

Quick checkpoint - five questions on the gig economy in india.

Question 1 of 5 What did NITI Aayog estimate for 2020-21?

About 20 million About 700,000 About 77 million About 7.7 million gig workers

It projected 23.5 million by 2029-30.

Question 2 of 5 What do platforms mostly earn from?

Government grants Owning restaurants Commissions and fees Selling vehicles

They keep a share of each transaction.

Question 3 of 5 What did the UK's Supreme Court decide about Uber drivers in 2021?

They were 'workers' with certain rights They were company owners They were volunteers They were not entitled to any rights

It was a landmark ruling.

Question 4 of 5 Which portal lets gig workers register for benefits?

GSTN BharatPe e-Shram Digilocker

It supports registration for schemes.

Question 5 of 5 What is a dark store?

A tax office A night market A small warehouse for fast delivery A closed shop

It sits close to customers.

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