1. ART AND CRAFT

3. JAMMU AND KASHMIR

4. TAMIL NADU

5. ORISSA

6. RAJASTHAN

7. GUJRAT

8. GOA

9. BIHAR

10. PUNJAB

11. MANIPUR

12. NAGALAND

14. JAMMU AND KASHMIR PAPIER MACHE WOOD CARVINGS TEXTILE WORKS The state of Jammu and Kashmir is famous the world over for its unique and splendid work of art and crafts. Travel through even the remotest parts of the state will give an insight into the world of art and craft in Jammu and Kashmir. The most prominent is the embroidery work on the shawls and the cloths of Kashmiri people are very mesmerizing to be not noticed. You will also see the work of magic in wood works, steel wares, Papier-mache

15. KANJEEVARAM SAREES OF TAMILNADU Silk Weaving and handicrafts are part and parcel of Indian tradition and in the Kanjivaram Silk Sari is a common fascination of the Indian woman. Even the foreigners prefer these sari and never forget to take a specimen of Kanjivaram Silk weaved in Tamil Nadu. The most important fact about the Silk Weaving in Tamil Nadu is the exquisite art weaving the gorgeous Kanjivaram Sari. These saris hold special appeal for their luminosity. The shades offered in these saris are almost rare and unique. Moreover the Silk Kanjivaram is one of the choicest menu is a lady’s cupboard. Silk has long been one of the favorite items of women and the exclusive Kanjivaram Sari that comes in Silk is adored by them who possess it, and cherished by them who wants to!

16. ORRISA PATACHITRA SAMBALPURI SARI KONARK SUN TEMPLE IKAT SARI JAGGANATH TEMPLE PALM LEAF WRITING

17. ART AND CRAFT OF RAJATHAN

19. LAC PRINTING

20. EMBRIODERY SHOES

21. KUNDAN

22. MEENAKARI

24. Rajasthan is among the richest states in the country as far as the field of arts and crafts is concerned. Stone,clay, leather, wood, ivory, lac, glass, brass, silver, gold and textiles are given the most brilliant forms. Some of the popular crafts are : JEWELLERY, EMBROIDERY ,TEXTLES,CARPETS,PAINTING ,POTTERY, FURNITURE, METALWARE, FOLK DANCES,RANJOLI.

26. Calligraphy

27. Music and Stage Art

28. Dance

29. Wood Craving

30. Stone Carving

31. Metal Work

32. Pottery

33. Exotic handicrafts of Kachchh

34. Embroidery

35. Ajrakh-a unique printing method

36. Terracotta

37. Bell Chimes

38. Bandhani

40. BIHAR MADHUBANI PAINTAINGS NALANDA UNIVERSITY SUJNI AND KHATWA EMBROIDRY WOOD INLAY LACQERWARE STONE CRAFTS SIKKI WORK BANGLE MAKING

41. Crafts of punjab

42. Punjab has a rich tradition of arts and crafts. The richness of the land is reflected in its handicraft. The skilled and dexterous artisans of the state produce a variety of handicrafts and even the rural women have a major contribution in the production of these fascinating art works of the land is reflected in its handicraft. Punjab is well known for its WEAVING,WOODWORK,PHULKARI,PAINTINGS WOODWORK,JUTTIS,FOLK TOYS,BASKETRY,etc.

44. Lai Haraobaishei -sung on the ceremonial occasion at Lai-Haraoba.ARCHERY Archery is one of the most ancient sport originated in India. In the day and age of the Rig-Veda, Ramayana and Mahabharata men of stature and circumstance were expected to be competent in archery. The equipment needed to play this sport are - Bow & Arrow.

45. NAGALAND Weaving Naga women are excellent weavers and the colorful shawls, bags and jackets woven by them are extremely popular. Basketry The forests in Nagaland are rich in Bamboo and cane. Naturally therefore, Nagas are expert basket makers. Pottery Nagas make their pots by the use of hands only. The craft is restricted to women and the turnover is not large. Woodcarving Making using of simple rudimentary tools and implements such as the local dao, hand drill and chisel, skilled craftsmen produce great works of art.

47. Tusu and BhaduriyaSaila -The TusuParab is held in Birbhum on this occasion. Groups of young girls gather and sing songs which have been termed by the generic term Tusu.Putul (Dolls) The dolls are usually made by pressing and moulding methods. The mould may be prepared in parts and on each mould - piece the required quantity of clay is firmly pressed to get the intended shape and look. Clay paste is used for joining together the moulded parts. Then the object is dried, burnt and painted by brush