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Define small-scale industries and cottage industries.

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Small-scale industries are projects or firms started with low budget for a small group of people. A small-scale industry produces its goods using small machines, less power and hired labor. It is located within a single place and produces goods meant for few people. For example- Carpet industry, poultry farming, bee keeping, etc.

Cottage industries are small-scale industries where the creation of products and services is home-based rather than factory-based. It means the industry is run in the home usually with the help of family members. Simple implements are used and workers are not paid wages. The products are quite unique and labour intensive. For example- Weaving, pottery,etc.


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