What are the important Objectives of Government undertakings?

The main objectives of public enterprises are as follows:

1. To prevent private monopolies in business.

2. To prevent concentration of economic power and wealth in few hands.

3. To protect and promote public health, safety and welfare.

4. To secure planned and balanced regional development of a country.

5. To increase employment opportunities.

6. To avoid exploitation of workers and consumers.

7. To conserve and optimise natural resources of the country.

8. To accelerate the rate of economic growth.

9. To bring about co-ordination and harmony among various industries.

10. To achieve self-reliance in strategic industries.

11. To secure economic and social stability.