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ICSE · Class 9 · Economics

What Types of Economies covers in ICSE Class 9 Economics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 9 Economics syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 9 Economics · 2026-27

Topics in Types of Economies

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1. Classification of Economies

  • Economies are classified on two bases: ownership of means of production and level of economic growth.
  • On the basis of ownership, the three types are capitalistic economy, socialist economy, and mixed economy.
  • On the basis of development, economies are divided into developed economies and underdeveloped or developing economies.
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2. Capitalistic Economy

  • In a capitalistic economy, means of production are privately owned and operated for profit.
  • It is also called a free economy or laissez-faire economy.
  • It emerged from the Industrial Revolution of England during 1760 to 1820.
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3. Socialist Economy

  • In a socialist economy, means of production are owned and managed by the whole community or the state.
  • Social welfare is the main motive.
  • Economic planning is the main method of decision-making.
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4. Mixed Economy

  • A mixed economy is a mixed form of capitalism and socialism.
  • Both private and public sectors work together to achieve maximum social welfare.
  • The concept was propounded by J.M. Keynes during the world depression of the thirties.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Economy can be classified on the basis of ownership of means of production and on the basis of level of development

Classification on the basis of ownershipClassification on the basis of level of developmentEconomic growth and development

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Key topics in Types of Economies include Classification of Economies, Capitalistic Economy, Socialist Economy, Mixed Economy. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
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