Handicraft activities occupy an important position in the economic structure of J&K State. Being environment friendly, these activities are best suited to the state as they are more labour intensive and less capital intensive in nature, therefore having scope for employment generation at a large scale. The Kashmir handicraft products have earned worldwide fame for their attractive designs, functional utility and high quality craftsmanship. In absence of other manufacturing industries in the

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... e, handicrafts remained a key economic activity from time immemorial. The present study focuses on the potential of handicrafts of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and analyses its various aspects.