Make a list of at least ten occupations in the city, town or village to which you belong and find out how long they have existed. What does this tell you about the changes within this area?

List of ten occupations of village or town:

(I) Agriculture: Agriculture is the oldest occupation in the villages. The farming methods have been changed from traditional to modern. The new and improved irrigation methods, uses of manures, fertilizers have introduced.


(II) Wood-work: The latest tools, implements and machines are being used which has improved he standard of living of carpenters.


(III) Jewellery making: Though the people have been using Jewellery since ancient times, there have been drastic changes in the designs of Jewellery.


(IV) Teaching: The latest methods of teaching with use of computers, CDs are being used.


(V) Medicine and surgery: Though the patients are being treated since old, there have been advancement in this field which has reduced the death rate.


(VI) Rearing of animals: The dairy farms have been developed which have electric fittings for cattle provide them facilities.


(VII) Blacksmith: With the help of latest technology, all types of grills, windows, iron-rods are being prepared, according to the needs of customers.


(VIII) Trade: Traders are using greater use of services like banking, transport and modern methods of business management.


(IX) Textile designing: From the traditional methods of wearing and spinning the latest methods of machine looms have increased both the quantity and quality of textile.


(X) Interior decoration: This is the emerging field in the area of occupations. The houses are designed in still manner taking care of safety measures.


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