Handicrafts and Household (Cottage) Industries and their problems

Cottage Industry is a form of small scale industry where the productivity of the good£ takes place in the houses of the workers, and the workforce include the members of the family. The equipment’s used to generate products are not the hi-tech ones but generally those which are used at homes. Cottage industry is generally … Read more

Decline of handicrafts during British period

Decline of handicrafts during British period India’s traditional village economy was characterised by the “blending of agriculture and handicrafts”.  But this internal balance of the village economy had been systematically slaughtered by the British Government. In the process, traditional handicraft industries slipped away, from its pre-eminence and its decline started at the turn of the … Read more

Cottage And Village Industries In India

 Cottage and Village industries in India problems and prospects Cottage Industry is a form of small scale industry where the productivity of the good£ takes place in the houses of the workers, and the workforce include the members of the family. The equipment’s used to generate products are not the hi-tech ones but … Read more

Trade during Gupta Period

Trade flourished during the Gupta period, facilitated by well-established trade routes, maritime connections, and a stable political EnvironmentEnvironment. Some key features of trade during this period include: Silk Route Overland Trade Maritime Trade Guilds and Trade Organizations Agriculture during Gupta Period Land Revenue System Crop Cultivation Scientific Techniques Trade in Agricultural Products Impact on Society … Read more

Hunar Haat: A Celebration of Craftsmanship and Empowerment

Hunar Haat, meaning “Skill Fair” in Hindi, is an initiative by India’s Ministry of Minority Affairs. A unique platform where skilled artisans, craftsmen, and culinary experts from minority communities get a chance to showcase their talents and sell their products directly to the public. Hunar Haat embodies the spirit of “Vocal for Local” and “Atmanirbhar … Read more