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“KVIC and Khadi Industries in India: A Systematic Review of Financial Assistance, Rural Employment.”

RAJESHWARI MC

Purpose:
This research aims to analyse the function of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), operating under the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME). The KVIC helps in income generation, financial support, and employment in rural, semi-urban, and urban regions of India. The study aims to further investigate how the Khadi and Village Industries sector helps empower women and provide socio-economic upliftment by providing aid to artisans in terms of financial assistance and upgradation of skills.

Methodology:
The research used a qualitative approach, studying published as well as grey literature from within India and outside India up to the year 2025 on Khadi and Village Industries. A thematic analysis and Gough’s (2007) a systematic review model technique has been employed to systematically organize and interpret the gathered literature, creating a thorough understanding of different areas like production, sales, employment, and financial assistance within the structure of the KVIC.

Findings:

The study finds that KVIC makes a significant contribution to higher the rural employment opportunities by promoting entrepreneurship and the participation of women in the economic development. The study finds considerable contributions of KVIC schemes, particularly PMEGP, SFURTI, and Khadi Vikas Yojana, towards the increase in productivity, raised income level for artisans, expanded self-employment opportunities and the development of the local economy. The reviewed study shows that the schemes offered by KVIC play a pivotal role in promoting a sustainable environment in the long-lasting enhancement of India’s rich cultural heritage, sustainability and preservation.

Implications:

The reviewed literature highlights how the study can help policymakers, development organisations, and

small entrepreneurs provide strategies for the advancement of rural industries. The study highlights the significance of financial inclusion, continuous skill enhancement and technological advancement for the further improvement of progress and performance of khadi and Village Industries Commission.

Originality/Value:

The reviewed literature come up with an detailed and thorough investigation of khadi and village industries commission (KVIC) leads to an wide ranging impacts on socio economic progress and advancement of rural section.As compared to previous literature, it combines financial, social, and gender overviews, offering a complete analysis of how Khadi and Village Industries in influence rural development and women's empowerment in India.

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