What is economic activity?
EconomicsClass 10CBSEAnswered 28 May 2026
Answer
An economic activity involves the production, distribution, or consumption of goods and services to earn income or satisfy needs.
Three types:
- Primary: Uses natural resources directly farming, fishing, mining.
- Secondary: Processes raw materials manufacturing, construction.
- Tertiary: Provides services banking, teaching, healthcare, IT.
GDP measures the total value of all economic activities within a country.
Summary: Economic activity covers all production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, classified as primary, secondary, or tertiary.