Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Migration within the country for work is a fundamental right of a citizen.
2.Maharashtra has the highest number of interstate migrant.
3. Migration enhances chances of employment and economic prosperity which in turn improves quality of life.
Select the correct option using the code given below:
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 and 3 are correct. Migration within the country for work is a fundamental right of a citizen as upheld by Article 19 of the Constitution of India. Migration enhances chances of employment and economic prosperity which in turn improves quality of life.
Statement 2 is incorrect. According to the Economic Survey of 2022-23, Tamil Nadu has the highest number of interstate migrants – over 25 lakh people –engaged in factories in India. States like Jharkhand and Bihar are amongst the lowest.
Source: ForumIAS