Question

what is manufacturing sector ? why is it consider the backbone of development? Interpret the reason.

Answer 1

secondary sector is known as backbone of development

Answer 2

Definition of Manufacturing Sector :  

Production of goods in large quantities after  processing from raw materials to more  valuable products is called manufacturing.

It is considered as backbone of development  because:

(i) It not only helps in modernising agriculture but  also forms the backbone of our economy.

(ii) Industrial development is a precondition for  eradication of unemployment and poverty from  our country.

(iii) Export of manufactured goods expands trade  and commerce.

(iv) Countries that transform their raw materials into  a wide variety of finished goods of higher value  are prosperous.