Possibility Assessment of Utilization of Crop Residues to Uplift Economic Condition of the Rural Women

Abstract

Women have the most creative mind to make various products by using various designs. Handmade products are in fashion at present time and by this economic support can be provided to creative women. The present study was conducted in Mathura district to perceive an opportunity for the upliftment of rural women economically in the handicraft sector with the use of crop residues. A total of 75 rural women were selected for the present study and data was collected through a self-prepared interview schedule. The findings of the study depicted a significant difference at <0.01 level in the interest of women related to basketry handicrafts based on their age, occupation, and educational status. Most of the women were involved in labour work and they want to uplift their economic condition through basketry. There is a significant difference found at <0.05 level in skilled women in making basketry handicraft based on their occupation and monthly family income. Handicraft making is one of the major opportunities for those women who are not so educated but yet can support their families economically. Income is a very important factor for rural women to motivate them to nurture their interests which will help to develop their handicraft skills.