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Classification of Small-Scale Industries

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Topics

  • Flow Chart
  • Traditional Small-Scale Industries
  • Modern Small-Scale Industries 
  • Key Point Summary
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Flow Chart

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Traditional Small Scale Industries

These industries use local materials, traditional skills, and simple tools, often employing family labor in villages and small towns.

Type Example Activities Real-life Example
Handloom Weaving cloth by hand Weavers in Varanasi
Handicraft Crafting pottery, toys, jewelry Wooden toy-makers of Channapatna
Coir Products from coconut husk Kerala coir mat industry
Sericulture Raising silkworms for silk Silk farms in Karnataka
Khadi/Village Industries Rural clothing, village goods Khadi outlets across India
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Modern Small Scale Industries

These industries use modern machines and processes, are usually located in towns or cities, and cater to the demands of various sectors in today's market.

Type Example Products Real-life Example
Bicycle Parts Tyres, wheels, pedals Ludhiana bicycle part suppliers
Sewing Machines Sewing, embroidery Usha, Singer plants
Blades, Razors Shaving, cutting tools Local brands manufacturing razors and blades in Gujarat
Electric Appliances Fans, mixers, heaters Small appliance manufacturers supplying larger brands
Spare Parts Car parts, machinery Pune auto ancillary units working with Tata, Mahindra
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Key Point Summary

  • Small-scale industries boost local jobs and village economies.
  • Modern classification (under MSME) uses investment and turnover limits.
  • Traditional and modern SSIs work together to support Indian development.

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