Agro-based industry | Mineral industry |
Agro-based industries use plant and animal-based products as their raw materials. | Mineral-based industries are primary industries that use mineral ores as their raw materials. |
It is a source of employment for people in rural areas. | It is a source of employment for both rural and urban populations. |
Examples- Jute industry and sugar industry |
Example- Iron and steel industry and automobile industry |