Traditional occupations in India - Handicrafts

Correct answer: C. Telling customers that fake material is the same old material

The correct answer is C because falsely presenting substitute or artificial material as the original material violates transparency and can deceive customers. A responsible artisan or enterprise should explain the change, check that alternatives are safe and suitable, and consider how the product or design may be adapted. Reducing waste and planning the use of remaining material can also help sustain production. Option A is responsible if the alternative is honestly described and tested. Option B supports conservation of scarce resources, while option D is a creative and practical response to changing supply. The governing concept is ethical livelihood management: solving a resource problem without misleading buyers or compromising safety.