How are small scale industries distinguished from large scale industries?
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Small scale industries are distinguished from the large scale industries on the basis of the maximum investment allowed on the fixed assets of a unit, the number of workers employed and the use of energy. This definition of a small scale industry changes from time to time. In 1950, a small scale industrial unit was one which invested a maximum of rupees five lakhs. At present, the maximum investment allowed is five crores.
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