Which of the following manufacturing uses local raw materials, simple power-driven machines and semi-skilled labour?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Small Scale Manufacturing
On the basis of size, manufacturing is of three kinds: household or cottage, small scale and large scale.
Option (1) Cottage manufacturing — Incorrect. Artisans use simple tools, not power-driven machines, in their homes.
Option (2) Large Scale Manufacturing — Incorrect. It needs large markets, huge capital, advanced technology and specialised workers.
Option (3) High technology industry — Incorrect. It rests on intensive research and development and highly skilled workers.
Option (4) Small Scale Manufacturing — Correct. Work is done in a small workshop outside the home, using raw material found nearby, small power-run machines and workers with some skill. It gives jobs to local people and raises their buying power.
NCERT (2026-27): “Small Scale Manufacturing … 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.” |