Women Struggles: Socioeconomic Challenges Faced by Women Artisans in Ranchi District

This study explores the multifaceted socioeconomic challenges faced by women artisans in the traditional handicraft sectors of Ranchi district, Jharkhand.Despite their crucial role in sustaining indigenous art forms and contributing to the rural economy, these women often remain marginalized due to poverty, limited market access, lack of financial inclusion, and inadequate institutional support.The study also investigates the extent of access to financial resources available to these artisans and critically assesses the effectiveness of government schemes intended to support and empower them.Using a document analysis methodology, the research draws upon academic literature, policy documents, government reports, and NGO publications to uncover patterns and gaps in the support structures surrounding women artisans.The findings highlight significant barriers related to gender, caste, digital illiteracy, and weak implementation of schemes, calling for a more integrated and localized approach to artisan empowerment in the region.