Distinguish between primitive subsistence farming and commercial farming by stating five points of distinction. 


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S. No Subsistence farming          Commercial farming 
(i)                        It is practised on small patches. It is practised on a large scale. 
(ii) Farming depends on irrigation. 

Irrigation facilities are available. 

(iii) Primitive tools are used.

Modern technology is used. 

(iv) Production is low. 

Production is high. 

(v) No costly fertilisers are used. 

Chemical fertilisers are used.

(vi) Family members provide labour.

Labourers are hired. 

(vii) Only cereals and other food crops are grown

Commercial crops are grown.

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