An Analysis and Assessment of Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDPs) in Punjab

Industries have an important role in the national economy. These industries are particularly suited for the better utilization of local resources & for the achievement of of local self –sufficiency in respect of certain types of essential consumer goods. Many nations both developed & developing have recognized the crucial importance of small scale business as a useful source of growth. It's complimentary to large industry which provides new avenues for the employment. If we see in history small industry has played a crucial role. It has flourished in all corners i.e Calcutta, Surat, Mumbai, Chennai & other cities. With the passage of time these industries saw new policies aiming at globalization, delicensation, marketization etc. so as to develop & grow with the indian economy & be a part of the world economy not in isolation. With the the prestige of the small scale business has increased.