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Empowering Women Through the Lost Art of Thangka Painting and Cultural Tourism in Sikkim, India

Empowering Women Through the Lost Art of Thangka Painting and Cultural Tourism in Sikkim, India
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Author(s): Lazey Doma Bhutia (Independent Researcher, Malaysia)and Rupam Konar (Taylor's University, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 16
Source title: Empowering Women Through Rural Sustainable Development and Entrepreneurship
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Gül Erkol Bayram (Sinop University, Turkey), Ali Turan Bayram (Sinop University, Turkey)and Melike Sak (Selcuk University, Turkey)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-6572-4.ch010

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Abstract

This chapter explores the intersection of cultural tourism and traditional arts in empowering women through Thangka painting in Sikkim, India. It delves into how Thangka painting, a vital aspect of Tibetan Buddhist art, not only contributes to cultural preservation but also provides significant entrepreneurial opportunities for women in rural areas. By examining the socio-economic impacts, challenges, and opportunities faced by women Thangka painters, the chapter aims to highlight the role of traditional arts in promoting sustainable development and gender empowerment in rural communities.

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