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Handicrafts in Odisha Odisha, the land of dexterous artists and craftsmen, possesses a rich artistic tradition which enjoyed liberal patronage from the temples as well as the nobility. Diverse and varied, the enthralling craft-work of Odisha depicts the magic of the deft hands of these artisans and puts forth a perfect medium to get a … Read more
Handicrafts of Gujarat 1 – Beadwork Beadwork, an art or craft form of Gujarat is created by joining 2-3 beads together. Gujarat is the centre for Bead Craft, also known as Moti Bharat, across India. Bead craft is the art of making household decorative items like chaklas, Indhonis, Mangalkalash&nariyal and torans and jewellery like necklaces, … Read more
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 18th century and proceeded rapidly almost … Read more
Cotton textile Industry in india India is known worldwide for its production of textiles in general, and cotton in particular, both being major industries for the country. Indian textile industry is the mother of all industries and is among the world‟s top producers of yarns and fabrics. Textile industry is one of the … Read more
Indo-Greek Art and Architecture–Gandhara, Mathura and Amaravati Schools Cultural stonework in India – in the form of primitive cupule art– dates back to the era of prehistoric art of the Lower Paleolithic, around 700,000 BCE – see Bhimbetka Petroglyphs (Auditorium Cave and Daraki-Chattan Rock Shelter, Madhya Pradesh). By the time of the Bronze … Read more
Science & TechnologyFor Notes Click on the topics – Basics of Everyday Science. –Space Technology including Satellites. – Defence Technology. – Nanotechnology. – Human body, Food and Nutrition, Health care. – Environmental and Ecological Changes and its Impacts. – Biotechnology and Genetic engineering. – agriculture,
Samarth Scheme: Empowering India’s Textile Sector Introduction India’s textile sector, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, employs a vast workforce and contributes significantly to the country’s GDP. However, the sector faces numerous challenges, including low productivity, outdated technology, and a lack of skilled manpower. To address these issues and enhance the competitiveness of the Indian … Read more
Cotton is a soft, fluffy staple fiber that grows in a protective case around the seeds of the cotton plant. The fiber is almost pure cellulose, and it is used to make a variety of products, including clothing, textiles, paper, and cosmetics. Production Cultivation Ginning Harvesting Pest and disease management Fiber Properties Strength Softness Absorbency … Read more
Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (KGDY): Reviving India’s Heritage Textile Industry Introduction India’s textile industry, a cornerstone of its economy and cultural heritage, has faced numerous challenges in recent decades. Globalization, technological advancements, and the rise of synthetic fabrics have posed significant threats to the traditional handloom sector, particularly the production of Khadi, a hand-spun and … Read more
Solar Charkha Mission: Empowering Rural Livelihoods through Sustainable Textiles Introduction India, with its rich textile heritage and vast rural population, holds immense potential for sustainable development. The Solar Charkha Mission, launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in 2014, aims to harness this potential by empowering rural communities through the production … Read more