Chapter 10: Foreign Trade of India Q.3. Distinguish between the following: 1. Internal trade and International trade

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Chapter 10: Foreign Trade of India

Q.3. Distinguish between the following:

1. Internal trade and International trade.

Basis	Internal trade	International trade
Meaning	Internal trade refers to the buying and selling of goods within the geographical limits of a country.	International trade refers to the buying and selling of goods beyond the geographical limits of a country.
Countries Involved	Only one country is involved.	Minimum Two countries are involved.
Currency	Payments are made and received in-home currency only.	Payment is made and received in mutually agreed foreign currency only.
Risk	Less degree of risk is involved	High degree of risk is involved, such as transit risk, risk of fluctuation of currency and demand, etc
Government Restrictions	Internal trade is not restricted, except on a few goods.	International trade is strictly monitored by the government and prior approval is required before international transactions.