Some traditional handicrafts and cottage industries in Sikkim might have had patronage from:

The correct answer is: d) All of the above.

The Chogyal was the hereditary ruler of Sikkim from the 17th century until 1975. The Chogyal’s court was a major patron of traditional handicrafts and cottage industries in Sikkim. Zamindari estates were large landholdings that were owned by wealthy landlords. Zamindari estates also supported traditional handicrafts and cottage industries. Buddhist monasteries were another important source of patronage for traditional handicrafts and cottage industries in Sikkim.

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

• The Chogyal’s court was a major patron of traditional handicrafts and cottage industries in Sikkim. The Chogyal was the hereditary ruler of Sikkim from the 17th century until 1975. The Chogyal’s court was a center of cultural activity and patronage of the arts. The Chogyal and his court commissioned many works of art and handicrafts, and they also provided financial support to artisans and craftsmen.
• Zamindari estates were large landholdings that were owned by wealthy landlords. Zamindari estates also supported traditional handicrafts and cottage industries. The landlords on zamindari estates often employed artisans and craftsmen to produce goods for their own use or for sale. They also provided financial support to artisans and craftsmen.
• Buddhist monasteries were another important source of patronage for traditional handicrafts and cottage industries in Sikkim. Buddhist monasteries were centers of religious and cultural activity. They commissioned many works of art and handicrafts, and they also provided financial support to artisans and craftsmen.