Pottery Industry and its Prospects,with reference to Nepal.

      Аннотация: Purpose: This research study was conducted to know the existing challenges faced by the pottery industries and to identify opportunities of the pottery industries in Nepal. Approach: This research was based on descriptive and analytical approach.Questionnaire,Interview and observation are the main tools to obtain quantitative and in-depth information.Primary and secondary sources of data were used to collect data. Findings: This study revealed that there is good opportunity in the pottery industry but the people involved in these industries are facing difficulties due to the shortage of raw materials, manpower, and lack of managerial skills. Implication: The findings in this study would help stakeholders to understand difficulties associated with this industry.It may be helpful to the concerned agency of government for the formulation of strategies to improve the management of pottery industry in Nepal.It deserves the attention of economists, planners, researchers and authorities concerned. Originality- This is fieldwork survey carried out within Bhaktapur and Madhyapur municipality of Nepal.

Ключевые слова: Nepal, Producers, Ceramic, Intermediaries, Pottery Industry