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Question
CBSEENBS11004613

State the features of cottage industries.

Solution
 Cottage industries are also known as Rural industries or traditional industries. These are not defined by capital investment criteria.

Features of Cottage industries :

1. These are organised by individuals, with private resources.

2. Normally use family labour and locally available talent.

3. The equipment used is simple.

4. Capital investment is small.

5. Produce simple products normally in their own premises.