Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Structural Change

Question:

In which system is the means of production privately owned?

Options:

Capitalism

Socialism

Communalism

Globalisation

Correct Answer:

Capitalism

Explanation:

Capitalism is an economic system which is characterized by private ownership of the means of production, profit-driven economic activity, and the market allocation of goods and services. In a capitalist system, decisions about investment, production, and distribution are driven by individual or corporate profit motives rather than centralized government planning.