This document discusses entrepreneurship development and factors influencing entrepreneurship in India. It covers definitions of entrepreneur and entrepreneurship, characteristics and functions of entrepreneurs, theories of entrepreneurship like McClelland's theory of psychological needs and Max Weber's theory on religion and culture. It also discusses problems faced by small entrepreneurs like shortage of raw materials, financing, technology and marketing difficulties. Social and economic factors influencing entrepreneurship in India are discussed such as government policies, availability of infrastructure, institutions, family background and social status.