Industries are classified on the basis of the weight of raw materials and finished goods in the following manner:
(i) Heavy Industries:
These industries use heavy raw materials and also produce heavy goods, e.g., iron and steel, cement, ship-building, automobiles, etc.
(ii) Light Industries:
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These industries use light raw materials and produce light goods such as electrical industries, e.g., watches, electric bulbs, paint brushes, etc.