Which of the following is not a cause of unemployment_______

Step 1: Analyze the question The question asks which option is NOT a cause of unemployment. So we are looking for the one factor that does not lead to joblessness (the odd one out).

Step 2: Explain the concept Unemployment happens when people who are able and willing to work cannot find jobs. Common causes include:

• Structural factors: a mismatch between workers' skills and the jobs available
• Poor education and training: school leavers without employable skills
• Weak economic management: poor planning, policy failures
• Corruption: funds meant for industries, infrastructure, and job creation are diverted
• Seasonal changes, technological change, and low investment

Step 3: Go through the options

• A. Poor education: A cause. Without quality education, people lack the knowledge employers want.
• B. Lack of skills: A cause. Workers cannot fill available vacancies (structural unemployment).
• C. Good government planning: NOT a cause. Good planning creates an enabling environment for industries, investment, and jobs, so it reduces unemployment.
• D. Corruption: A cause. It drains public resources, discourages investors, and cripples businesses that would create jobs.

Step 4: Answer Options A, B, and D all contribute to unemployment, while good government planning helps to solve it. The correct answer is C.

Tip: In "which is NOT a cause" questions, look for the option with a positive word such as "good," "effective," or "adequate." It is often the odd one out, because the other options describe problems. Always read the question carefully to confirm whether it asks for a cause or a non-cause.