Primitive Economies

Primitive economies refer to basic, often traditional systems of economic activity found in early or less developed societies. They typically rely on subsistence practices like hunting, gathering, fishing, and subsistence farming to meet immediate community needs. Such economies are characterized by small-scale, local production and exchange, with little surplus for trade or markets. They often operate within social and cultural frameworks that guide resource use and distribution. While simple compared to modern economies, primitive economies are complex in their adaptation to environment and social norms, functioning effectively for their communities’ survival and continuity.