Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Secondary Activities

Question:

Which of the following statement (s) is/are NOT true in respect of small scale industries?

Options:

Production in small scale industry is carried out from home.

It provides employment to local people.

It raises local purchasing power.

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Production in small scale industry is carried out from home.

Explanation:

Small scale manufacturing is distinguished from household industries by its production techniques and place of manufacture (a workshop outside the home/cottage of the producer). This type of manufacturing uses local raw material, simple power -driven machines and semi-skilled labour. It provides employment and raises local purchasing power. Therefore, countries like India, China, Indonesia and Brazil, etc. have developed labour-intensive small scale manufacturing in order to provide employment to their population.