Abstract:
Turmeric is an important condiment used mainly for culinary preparations and
also as a dye with varied uses in cosmetic industries. It is also used for
therapeutical applications externally and internally. ‘Kum-Kum’ is also a product
of turmeric which finds a place in offerings on religious and ceremonial
occasions. Besides, the byproducts obtained during the polishing of turmeric are used as manure,
and for manufacture of incense sticks.
