NCERT Question 2(i)

What is manufacturing?

 

Answer:

Manufacturing is the process of transforming raw materials into finished goods using machines, tools, and human labor on a large scale. It is an essential part of industrial production and economic growth.

Points:

  1. Raw Materials to Finished Goods โ€“ Converts natural resources like iron ore, cotton, or crude oil into usable products like steel, textiles, or petrol.
  2. Use of Machines & Technology โ€“ Modern manufacturing involves automation, robotics, and advanced machinery to increase efficiency.
  3. Types of Manufacturing โ€“ It includes small-scale (handmade goods) and large-scale (factory production) industries.
  4. Boosts Economy โ€“ Provides employment, increases trade, and supports infrastructure development.

Thus, manufacturing is the backbone of industrial progress, shaping economies and societies. ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿš€

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