Artisans constitute a heterogeneous group consisting of handicrafts, handlooms, pottery, pattachitra etc. Presently there is a blend of traditional touch with modern outlook in the works of these artisans. On account of this the products of artisans sector is in great demand both in national and international markets. Of all the problems confronted by the artisans financial problem is the most crucial one. In order to solve this problem a number of financial ...