What happened to flourishing trade of indian
handicraft ?
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Answer:
The decay of Handicraft Industries: The traditional handicraft industries in India was flourishing and was known worldwide. But with British arriving in India, they stopped the practice of using handicraft export by placing tariffs on exports. Also, there was stiff competition from the machine-made products.
Explanation:
India has seen a long and rich history of handicrafts. Years and years of evolution and refinement have made it possible for India to retain a coveted spot in the handicrafts landscape of the world. Where the ancients were exemplary in their craft, the contemporary craftsmen are adept in using the knowledge of the ancients by adding modern craft techniques to them. They have carefully preserved this age-old art that represents dignity, style and beauty of the Indian culture.