(a)whether the Government has taken note of study conducted by Associated
Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) pointing at the huge
shortage of employment opportunities due to the economic slowdown in the country;
(b)if so, the details thereof;
(c)the number of workers rendered unemployed due to recession and decline in the
world economy during the last three years and the current year;
(d)whether the Government has taken any step for creation of employment in view of
the economic slowdown; and
(e)if so, the details thereof?