Handicrafts and traditional crafts are forms of artistic and skilled craftsmanship that involve the creation of objects or decorative items using traditional methods and techniques. Traditional industries and handicrafts still play an important role in the economy of all Asian countries. The West Asian region has always been one of the important centers of handicrafts in the world with 14 countries, and it is one of the original and oldest industries in the Middle East. Islamic lands, despite the diversity in customs and culture, each has formed a unique artistic heritage, which is collectively known as Islamic art. India is located in South Asia and is bordered by China and Nepal to the north, Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east, Sri Lanka to the southeast, Maldives to the south, and Pakistan to the west. India has long coastlines on the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. India's climate is diverse and includes temperate, humid, semi-desert and tropical regions. The capital of India is Delhi. India has a federal republic system of government and the president acts as the leader of the country. India is formed as a union of states and is divided into 28 states and 8 territories with autonomous centers based on regional administrative divisions.
