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Synopsis In spite of the pre-eminent position enjoyed by the handloom industry in the Andhra Pradesh State’s economy and the statutory protection extended by the Government at the center, the handloom industry in the state is not free from handicaps. Though the contribution of the state handlooms to the Indian culture as well as to the national exchequer presents a rosy picture, an insight into the socio-economic and working conditions of the weavers the human factor constituting the Kernel of the problem-leaves much to be desired. The fruits of the industry and actually grabbed by the usurious money lenders and exortionate middlemen. A pilot study conducted in a few parts has brought to a focus, in fact, that a majority of the weavers are not conscious about their profession and are averse to their current activity. However, they are continuing in the profession, not because they like it but because they have no other way out. The chief aim of the study is no make a factual contribution to the existing stream of knowledge about the economic and social conditions of the weaving communities. This apart of the study hopes to provide academic insight into the actual problems faced by the handloom industry in Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh State.