Rayansh works as a teacher in a school. He receives a fixed monthly salary, social security benefits, paid leave and medical allowances. His friend Mohan works at a small toy shop. He has very little income, he does not have access to provident fund, paid leave or health insurance. Classify the types of sectors Rayansh and Mohan are working in and highlight the distinction between the two sectors. (i) Define 'Human Capital Formation'. (ii) Explain 'Expenditure on migration' as a source of human capital formation.

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Rayansh's employment: Formal sector employment
Characteristics:
1. Fixed monthly salary
2. Social security benefits
3. Paid leave and medical allowances
4. Regular employment

Mohan's employment: Informal sector employment
Characteristics:
1. Little job security
2. No social security benefits
3. Irregular income
4. Limited legal protection

Comparison:
1. Income: Rayansh earns more than Mohan
2. Security: Rayansh has job security; Mohan does not
3. Benefits: Rayansh receives social security; Mohan does not
4. Working conditions: Rayansh has better conditions
5. Career growth: Rayansh has more opportunities

This example illustrates the difference between formal and informal sector employment in India.