2. Title: Socio-Economic Conditions of Diamond Workers in Surat -
Questionnaire
Introduction:
Thank you for participating in this survey. The purpose of this questionnaire is to gather information about the socio-economic conditions of diamond workers in Surat, Gujarat, India. The data collected will be used for research purposes only and will be kept confidential. Your responses will be valuable in understanding the challenges and opportunities faced by diamond workers in Surat. Please answer the following questions to the best of your knowledge and experiences.
Note: Please answer based on your personal experiences and observations.
Section 1: Demographic Profile
1. Name : ____________________________________________________________________
2. Address: ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________
3. Gender:
a) Female
b) Male
c) Prefer not to say
4. Age:
a) 18-24
b) 25-34
c) 35-44
d) 45-54
e) 55 and above
5. Marital Status:
a) Single
b) Married
c) Divorced
d) Widowed
6. Educational Qualifications: a) No formal education
b) Primary education
c) Secondary education
d) Diploma/Certificate
e) Bachelor's degree
f) Master's degree or above
Section 2: Employment and Work Environment
1. Are you currently employed in the diamond industry?
a) Yes b) No
Written And Spoken Communication Skills-V T.Y.B.Com/ B.Sc./ B.A. Semester-V
Academic Year: 2023-2024
2. If employed, please provide the following details:
a) Occupation/Job title:
b) Type of work (e.g., cutting, polishing, sorting, grading, etc.): c) Duration of employment:
d) Full-time or Part-time:
e) Monthly/Annual income:
3. Are you a permanent employee or a contract worker? a) Permanent
b) Contract
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
4. How many hours do you typically work per day?
a) Less than 8 hours
b) 8-10 hours
c) 10-12 hours
d) More than 12 hours
5. Do you feel your workplace provides a safe and healthy working environment?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
6. Have you faced any occupational hazards or health issues related to your work? a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
Section 3: Socio-Economic Factors
1. What is your primary motivation for working in the diamond industry? a) Financial stability
b) Career growth opportunities
c) Skill development
d) Family tradition
e) Other (please specify: ________)
2. How do you perceive the overall socio-economic conditions of diamond workers in Surat? a) Favorable and improving
b) Challenging and stagnant
c) Deteriorating
3. Are you satisfied with your current income level?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
4. Are there any financial challenges you face as a diamond worker in Surat? a) Yes
b) No
5. Do you have access to adequate social security benefits (e.g., health insurance, retirement benefits)?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
6. Are there any educational or skill development opportunities provided by your employer or industry?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
7. Are you aware of any government schemes or initiatives specifically targeted at diamond workers in Surat?
a) Yes ) No
8. Are there any social support networks or organizations that cater to the needs of diamond workers in Surat that you are aware of?
a) Yes (Please specify: ________)
b) No
Section 4: Work-Life Balance and Well-being
9. How do you manage work-life balance as a diamond worker? a) Flexible work arrangements
b) Support from family and friends
c) Recreation and leisure activities
d) Other (please specify: ________)
e) I struggle to maintain work-life balance
10. Are you satisfied with the work-life balance provided by your employer? a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
11. Have you experienced any negative impacts on your physical or mental well-being due to the nature of your work?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not applicable (if unemployed)
12. What do you think can be done to improve the socio-economic conditions of diamond workers in Surat?
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________
Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. Your input is highly appreciated and will contribute to a better understanding of the socio-economic conditions of diamond workers in Surat.
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