Publication Date: 2023/06/16
Abstract: Date Palm Trees enjoy a recognized stature in India since ancient times. The tribal people are known for their traditions, unique lifestyle, rituals, customs and cultural heritage with the country. The tribal communities are generally economically deprived and found mostly in hilly areas if the country. The tribal’s are completely depends on the ecology. They produce different kind of handicraft products to meet their day today livelihood requirements from their immediate ecology within their habitat area. The tribal communities apply their own traditional methods which they inherited from their forefather during production or preparation of handicraft products as per their requirements. The study explains the role of handicrafts and tribal culture in promoting sustainable livelihood among tribal artisans of Odisha. The main objectives of the study are to assess the livelihood options for the Kisan tribe of Kiringsera Gram Panchyat, Kutra Block of Sundargarh district. Some factors which affect the decrease interest of tribal artisan while producing the handicraft products are lack of knowledge on new designs, Market linkage for better promotion, Wages and sales. This study helps to understand the challenges of the individual artisans and extend proper support to sustain their livelihood. Date Palm Leaves are still widely used in traditional handicrafts in India particularly in rural areas due to their renewable availability and low cost.
Keywords: Date Palm, Handicrafts, Traditional Knowledge, Tribal Artisans.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8047419
PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT23JUN374.pdf
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