The Charkha and the Changing Socio-Economic Realities: Then and Now

Name: The Charkha and the Changing Socio-Economic Realities: Then and Now
Brand: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
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By Sheeja B. S

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The Charkha, a simple spinning wheel, symbolizes self-reliance, non-violence, and dignity of labor in India's history. During the freedom struggle, it embodied resistance to colonial exploitation and promoted indigenous production. Beyond symbolism, it sustained rural livelihoods, empowered women, and preserved traditional skills through cottage industries. Even a few decades ago, spinning and weaving supported household incomes and community resilience. Today, industrialization has reduced its practical role, yet the Charkha remains a cultural emblem of sustainability and eco-friendly living. Revived through Khadi institutions, government initiatives, and sustainable development programs, it continues to offer pathways for rural empowerment and inclusive growth.

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Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 60
Release Date:: 2025-10-09
Publication Date:: 2025-10-09
Publisher:: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 6138268660
ISBN13:: 9786138268666
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 107 g
Height:: 150 cm
Width:: 220 cm
Thickness:: 4 cm

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