ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Question 5 of 10

The Modern Age in Europe — (C) Industrial Revolution — Question 10

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Mention any two differences between 'Capitalism and Socialism'.

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Sl. No.CapitalismSocialism
1Capitalism refers to the economic system in which the means of production like labour, raw material, tools and machines are owned by private individuals or groups of them for profit.Socialism refers to the economic system in which the government owns and controls the means of production (as factories) and distribution of goods.
2In Capitalism production is for profit; useful goods and services are a by-product of pursuing profit.In Socialism production is for use; useful goods and services are produced specifically for their usefulness.