Read the passage and answer the following questions.

India's craft heritage is a reflection of its rich customs and traditions, deeply rooted in centuries of artistic excellence. The handicraft industry plays a significant role in the economy, offering immense potential for improving the balance of payments and earning foreign exchange earnings through exports. Understanding the business environment is crucial to charting a future course of action that supports artisans while promoting Indian advantages globally. In line with the Prime Minister's vision, the industry should be extended by linking traditional crafts with modern technology. Focus must be laid on changing the manufacturing process to ensure durability, meet global standards and foster innovation. This approach can open new markets and opportunities, boost India's soft power abroad, strengthen the sector that not only presences its heritage but also creates employment & sustainable livelihood.

"The Prime Minister desires that the Handicrafts Industry should be expanded by linking it with technology". Identify the Dimension of Business Environment.

Political

The correct answer is option 3- Political. 

The given statement reflects the influence of government leadership and vision on business decisions, which falls under the Political Environment.

Political Environment: Political environment includes political conditions such as general stability and peace in the country and specific attitudes that elected government representatives hold towards business. The significance of political conditions in business success lies in the predictability of business activities under stable political conditions. On the other hand, there may be uncertainty of business activities due to political unrest and threats to law and order. Political stability, thus, builds up confidence among business people to invest in the long term projects for the growth of the economy. Political instability can shake that confidence. Similarly, the attitudes of government officials towards business may have either positive or negative impact upon business.