
Key Stats
Capital: New Delhi
Population: 1.3 billion
Average life expectancy: 69 years
Literacy rate: 71%
Population living below poverty line: 22%
Population without electricity: 237 million
Population without access to safe drinking water: 2.4 million
Most widely spoken language: Hindi
Source: The World Factbook
About India
After China, India is the most populated country in the world with over 1 billion people, and has a complex system of religious beliefs and beautiful cultural traditions. The country suffers from overpopulation, corruption, and pollution. While certain sectors of the economy are developing quickly, the majority of the population will not benefit from these advancements. The handicraft sector is a major source of income for rural communities, employing over 6 million people, including many women.

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Artisans in Delhi
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Artisans in East India
Poor and marginalized artisan groups in East India are able to build their skills and earn a steady income through handcrafting.Read More » -
Artisans in Moradabad
Artisans in Moradabad are able to create independent businesses and break the cycle of poverty through handcrafts.Read More » -
Women Artisans in Ahmedabad
Poor women living in a slum pocket of Ahmedabad receive the opportunity to earn steadier employment and fair wages for their hand-crafted embroidery through fair trade.Read More » -
Artisans in India
Hundreds of artisans in Mumbai and other parts of India receive income and social reform through handcrafting fair trade items.Read More » -
Artisans in Kolkata
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Skilled Artisans in India
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