Distinguish between subsistence farming and commercial farming on the basis of inputs used and purpose of pro…

Question

Distinguish between subsistence farming and commercial farming on the basis of inputs used and purpose of production.

Accepted Answer

## Model Answer | Basis | Subsistence Farming | Commercial Farming | |---|---|---| | **Inputs used** | Primitive tools (hoe, digging sticks), family labour, depends on natural soil fertility | High doses of modern inputs — HYV seeds, chemical fertilisers, insecticides, pesticides | | **Purpose** | To sustain/feed the farmer's own family | To sell produce in the market for profit | Source: Types of Farming, Chapter 4 --- ## Explanation - Examiners expect a **tabular format** for "distinguish" questions — it is cleaner and earns full marks faster. - Stick to the **two bases** asked: inputs and purpose. Do not add extra points (cropping pattern, land size, etc.) — it wastes time. - Use textbook vocabulary: "primitive tools," "HYV seeds," "chemical fertilisers," "sustain the family," "market" — these are the keywords examiners look for.

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