Understanding The Importance Of Khadi And Village Industries In A Developing Economy Like India  A Review Of Literature

Mrs. Pranjali Singh

Volume : VI, Issue : II, February - 2017

Understanding The Importance Of Khadi And Village Industries In A Developing Economy Like India A Review Of Literature

Mrs. Pranjali Singh

Abstract :

The Khadi and Village Industries (KVI) are playing an important role in Indian economy as it covers about 2.48 lakh villages throughout the country. Over the years, the main thrust of KVI activities has been to provide a larger share of employment to scheduled caste and scheduled tribes and women. At present SC/STs comprise nearly 32.0 per cent of workers and women constitute 46 per cent of the work force. This paper explores the importance of Khadi and Village Industries in a developing economy like India.