Fine visual and performing arts colleges in India have a great presence, especially when it comes to shaping the cultural and artistic background of the country. These are those cradles of creativity where skill development can be provided with a platform for the aspiring artists to express their work. Such colleges do not remain merely subsidiary to artistic development. It goes on to be of importance in saving and promoting the vast and diverse cultural heritage of India. Providing specialized training in traditional forms of art and continuing the ancient techniques and practices through generations, such colleges help in sustaining the cultural fabric of the country.