Question

Which of the following is not considered a key strength of Indian handicrafts?

• A. They provide significant employment opportunities, especially for women in rural and semi-urban areas.
• B. They rely entirely on imported raw materials due to lack of local resources.
• C. They exhibit exceptional diversity in designs and techniques and show resilience against modern pressures.
• D. They offer strong potential for collaboration with the fashion industry to promote traditional crafts.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. They rely entirely on imported raw materials due to lack of local resources.

Key Strengths of Indian Handicrafts A major source of employment, especially for women in rural and semi-urban areas Exceptional diversity and richness in designs and techniques Strong resilience—traditional designs continue to thrive despite modern pressures Abundant raw material resources and a long-standing heritage of craftsmanship Vast potential for collaboration with the fashion industry to preserve and promote traditional textiles