Q.3 (4) Distinguish between Large-scale industries and Cottage industries.
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Answer: Large-scale industries use huge capital, machinery and many workers, while cottage industries are run at home by family members with little capital.
| Point | Large-scale industries | Cottage industries |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Very large capital investment. | Very small capital. |
| Labour | Thousands of hired, skilled workers. | Family members; few or no hired workers. |
| Technology | Modern machines, power and advanced technology. | Simple tools, mostly hand work. |
| Production and market | Mass production for national and international markets. | Small production for local markets. |
| Example | Iron and steel, automobiles, cotton textile mills. | Handloom, pottery, basket making, papad making. |
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