Read the following case and answer the questions that follows: Tourism Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades. More…

Read the following case and answer the questions that follows: Tourism Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades. More than $\displaystyle 15$ million people are directly engaged in the tourism industry. Tourism also promotes national integration, provides support to local handicrafts and cultural pursuits. It also helps in the development of international understanding about our culture and heritage. Foreign tourists visit India for heritage tourism, eco tourism, adventure tourism, cultural tourism, medical tourism and business tourism. There is a vast potential for development of tourism in all parts of the country. Efforts are being made to promote different types of tourism for this upcoming industry. $\displaystyle 12.1$ Explain the importance of tourism. $\displaystyle 12.2$ Give an example of'Heritage tourism'. $\displaystyle 12.3$ Assess the benefits of improving tourism in India.