Context: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the results of the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) for 2023-24, highlighting substantial growth in establishments, employment, and productivity in the unincorporated non-agricultural sector.
Key data from ASUSE 2023-24:
| Indicator | 2022-23 | 2023-24 |
| Total establishments | 6.50 crore | 7.34 crore |
| Total employment | 11 crores | 12 crores |
| Gross Value Added (GVA) | – | 16.52% |
| Female-owned proprietary establishments | 22.90% | 26.20% |
| Average emolument per hired worker | – | 13% |
| Internet penetration in establishments | 21.10% | 26.70% |
Relevance in UPSC Exam Syllabus:
- GS Paper 3: Indian Economy
- Employment Generation: Highlights the unincorporated sector’s contribution to employment.
- Economic Growth: Insights into GVA growth and digital penetration.
- MSMEs: Data supports topics related to MSME development and government schemes.
- GS Paper 2: Governance and Social Justice
- Women Empowerment: Increase in female entrepreneurship.
- Digital India: Rising internet penetration aligns with government initiatives.
