Compare and analyse the following information related to distribution of employment in India : Distribution of Employment (Male-Female) in Different Sectors Sector | Male Workers | Female Workers Primary Sector | 40.7% | 57.1% Secondary Sector | 26.5% | 17.7% Tertiary Sector | 32.8% | 25.2%

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Comparison of male-female employment distribution:

Primary Sector:
- Male: 40.7%
- Female: 57.1%
Analysis: Women are more concentrated in agriculture due to limited opportunities in other sectors

Secondary Sector:
- Male: 26.5%
- Female: 17.7%
Analysis: Men have better access to industrial jobs

Tertiary Sector:
- Male: 32.8%
- Female: 25.2%
Analysis: Men dominate service sector employment

Key observations:
1. Gender disparity exists across all sectors
2. Women's employment is primarily in agriculture
3. Limited opportunities for women in non-agricultural sectors
4. Need for policies to promote women's participation in secondary and tertiary sectors
5. Skill development can help women access better employment opportunities