Economic and Non-Economic
Activities
Presented by: [Your Name]
Class: [Your Class/Section]
Subject: Economics
Introduction
• What are Human Activities?
• - Activities that people do to earn a living or
fulfill personal needs.
• - Two main types: Economic Activities, Non-
Economic Activities
Economic Activities
• Definition: Activities that are done to earn
money or livelihood.
• Purpose: To earn income and satisfy material
needs.
• Examples:
• - A doctor treating patients
• - A shopkeeper selling goods
• - A teacher teaching in a school
Characteristics of Economic
Activities
• - Involve production, distribution, and
consumption of goods/services
• - Money-oriented
• - Result in income or profit
• - Can be classified into: Business, Profession,
Employment
Non-Economic Activities
• Definition: Activities performed out of love,
affection, sympathy, or patriotism, not for
income.
• Purpose: To fulfill social, emotional, or
personal needs.
• Examples:
• - A mother cooking for her children
• - A person helping the poor
Characteristics of Non-Economic
Activities
• - Not aimed at earning money
• - Done for self-satisfaction or service
• - Motivated by personal feelings or emotions
• - Usually voluntary
Differences Between Economic and
Non-Economic Activities
• Basis | Economic Activities | Non-Economic
Activities
• Purpose | Earning income | Personal
satisfaction
• Monetary Benefit | Yes | No
• Example | Shopkeeping, teaching | Cooking at
home, volunteering
• Motivation | Economic gain |
Social/emotional reasons
Conclusion
• - Both types of activities are important for
society.
• - Economic activities support the economy.
• - Non-economic activities build relationships
and social values.
Visuals / Examples
• (Add pictures showing economic and non-
economic activities here)
Questions & Answers
• Feel free to ask any questions about the topic.