Government Policies and Silk Handloom: ABibliometric Study

Silk handloom weaving is an integral part of India's cultural and economic landscape, deeply embedded in its artisanal heritage. Government ‎policies have played a crucial role in shaping the sector’s trajectory, particularly through initiatives such as Geographical Indication (GI) tags ‎and financial aid schemes. This study employs a bibliometric approach to systematically analyze the impact of these policies on the silk ‎handloom industry, synthesizing findings from a dataset spanning 2000 to 2024, sourced from Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, ‎and the Science Citation Index (SCI). Adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) ‎guidelines, this study conducted a rigorous screening process, starting with 2,035 initial records. After duplicate removal and application of ‎inclusion-exclusion criteria, 178articles were deemed relevant for detailed bibliometric analysis. The findings reveal a growing scholarly ‎interest in government interventions in the silk handloom sector, with a notable emphasis on the role of GI certification in enhancing product ‎authenticity, marketability, and economic benefits for weavers. This study underscores the importance of targeted policy reforms and greater ‎collaboration between researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to optimize the benefits of government interventions. ‎Furthermore, it identifies critical research gaps, particularly in assessing the long-term socio-economic impact of GI certification and ‎financial support programs on weaver communities. By bridging these gaps, future research can contribute to a more sustainable and ‎resilient silk handloom ecosystem, ensuring that traditional artisans reap the full benefits of policy-driven advancements.