Question

How many types of industries in India? (on the basis of ownership, utility, size, raw material and nature of finished goods produced)

Answer 1

1. On the basis of raw material:(i)Agriculture based and (ii) Mineral based
2. On the basis of ownership:(i) Public sector,owned and operated by government agencies (ii) Private sector industries owned and operated by individuals or a group of individuals.
3. On the basis of their main role:(i) Basic or key industries and (ii) Consumer industries.
4. On the basis of weight of raw material and finished goods: (i) Heavy industries and (ii) Light industries.