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Globalization and the Indian Economy — Revision Notes

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 10 · Social Science

Globalization and the Indian Economy revision notes for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 Social Science: 4 topics in quick points.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Meaning of Globalisation and MNCs

  • Globalisation is the process of rapid integration or interconnection between countries.
  • In this chapter, globalisation is understood mainly through foreign trade and foreign investment by multinational corporations.
  • A multinational corporation is a company that owns or controls production in more than one nation.
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2. How MNCs Spread Production Across Countries

  • MNCs set up production near markets, where labour is available at low cost, where other production needs are available, and where government policies are favourable.
  • MNCs may set up joint production with local companies.
  • Local companies benefit from additional investment and new technology when they work with MNCs.
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3. Foreign Trade and Integration of Markets

  • Foreign trade has long been the main channel connecting countries.
  • Foreign trade creates an opportunity for producers to sell beyond domestic markets.
  • Imports expand the choice of goods available to buyers.
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4. Factors That Have Enabled Globalisation

  • Globalisation has been enabled by rapid improvements in technology, liberalisation of trade and investment policies, and pressure from international organisations such as WTO.
  • Technology has improved especially in transportation and information and communication technology.
  • Containers have led to a huge reduction in port handling costs and increased the speed of exports.

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A multinational corporation is a companyForeign investment is the money spentForeign trade is the buyingGlobalisation is the process of rapidWhen foreign trade links different markets

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Key topics in Globalization and the Indian Economy include Meaning of Globalisation and MNCs, How MNCs Spread Production Across Countries, Foreign Trade and Integration of Markets, Factors That Have Enabled Globalisation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 board exam.
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