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Drivers and/or guides are likely to insist that they know the best shops and bargains in the city (they get a commission on whatever you purchase). If you have a specific shop in mind, be firm. Don't rely on the phrase "government-approved"; it's meaningless. Note that many shops are closed on Sunday.
To learn more about the hand-block printing and textiles with natural pigments and dyes that you might want to shop for, check out this museum on your way in and out of Amber Fort. There are workshops held daily (check the website for times); there's a small shop on the premises, too.
