1. Lacquer ware of India

2. India is about one-third the size of the U.S., it is located on the continent of Asia Climate: Alpine to temperate to subtropical monsoon. Languages: Hindi, English, and 16 other official languages.

3. The religious demographics of India, show a predominance of Hinduism (an umbrella term which includes many sub-denominations), accounting for 80% of the population. The second largest religion is Islam (13%).

4. The rapidly growing software sector is boosting service exports and modernizing India's economy. It has the world's 12th largest economy

5. The Cuisine of India is characterized by its sophisticated and subtle use of many spices and herbs. Considered by some to be one of the world's most diverse cuisines. Though a significant portion of Indian food is vegetarian, many traditional Indian dishes also include chicken, goat, lamb, fish. Beef is not eaten by most Hindus, while ham and pork are not consumed by Muslims.

6. Lacquer In a general sense, lacquer is a clear or colored varnish, that dries by solvent evaporation and often a curing process as well that produces a hard, durable finish, in any sheen level from ultra matte to high gloss and that can be further polished as required. The term lacquer originates from the Portuguese word for lac, a type of resin excreted from certain insects Lac on a stick

7. Arts and Crafts of Maharashtra, the 3 rd largest state in India, located on the west coast. Sawantwadi Crafts The city of Sawantwadi is famous for the craft of lacquer ware, which was introduced here around the end of the 17th century. Various schools teaching this craft were started in Sawantwadi during the 18th and the 19th centuries. The lacquer ware is now available in a wide range of products and concentrates on traditional hand painted and lacquered furniture and light fittings.