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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
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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
The Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (KGDY) is a flagship scheme of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) under India’s Ministry of MSME. Aimed at reviving and promoting the Khadi and village industries, KGDY embraces Gandhian ideals of self-reliance and rural development with a focus on sustainable practices. Objectives of KGDY Employment Generation: Creating sustainable employment … Read more
The Solar Charkha Mission, an initiative of India’s Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), represents a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and renewable energy. It aims to revitalize rural economies by providing sustainable livelihood opportunities in the textile industry, particularly focusing on women and youth. Understanding the Solar Charkha Modernizing a Traditional Tool: The … Read more