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Do we ask the question whether improvement in the quality of life means selling plastic containers, rubber shoes, polyester cloth, folding metal chairs, plastic toys, Prefabricated houses to our villages-articles and materials totally unsuited to our geo-climatic conditions and way of life? the poor designs and dull colours make the common man's life drab, dreary and meaningless yet it is emphasised by our audio-visual media. The lifestyle of the middle class and the educational system also contribute to eroding craft traditions. Plastic containers are replacing clay and metal storage jars. No one talks of the harmful properties of the chemicals in plastic which may react on the food kept in them. Nor is there any mention of the fact that metal is lasting and even after it breaks, it has a value, whereas plastic after a certain period of time, and if broken, is junk. No emphasis is laid on the fact that rubber and plastic sandals can cause allergy and are difficult to patch and maintain, or that polyester is not suitable for our climate, besides being hazardous. The folding metal chairs though viewed as an indication of affluence cannot replace the rural handmade seating items. Modern urban furniture is badly designed, uncomfortable and leads to bad posture.

The fact that simple products, made from indigenous materials with local skill can meet the needs of millions of people and are also within their purchasing power, besides providing jobs to a large number of people, is often not considered. For example, Kolhapuri chappals sold all over India at varying prices are finding a market at home and abroad. The furniture made with bamboo is comfortable and aesthetic to look at.