Most Popular Handicrafts of India from 36 States and Union Territories

Handicrafts of India

This article by Allkarts.com has been written to attract the attention of readers across the world to the traditional handicrafts of India. We aim to encourage Indian craftsmen and their craftsmanship. In the past, these crafts were a major source of income for many people. But now due to industrialization many of our traditional artisans are facing intense competition.

Madhubani Painting: An Ancient Folk Art of India

Madhubani Painting of Ganesha

Madhubani art or Mithila painting is a folk art of the Mithila region. The Mithila region includes the north of Bihar and the eastern Terai of Nepal.

Madhubani paintings are traditionally done by women painters from the Mithila region. They live in a small society, and every mother teaches her daughter the art of making Madhubani paintings.