Indian arts and handicrafts, the pinnacle of the workmanship of Indian craftsmen, have, since time immemorial, captivated the imagination of people, globally. Every state in India, boasts of an exclusivity and specialty, depending upon its historical influences, traditional skills, and the raw materials, locally available. India is world renowned for its dexterity in paintings, exquisite embroidery, the pristine and beautiful sculptures in stone, metal, wood, temple carvings and exquisitely designed jewellery.