Handicrafts of Rajasthan

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Which of the following is a famous handicraft of Rajasthan known for its intricate mirror work?

  1. Bandhani

  2. Meenakari

  3. Zari

  4. Shisha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shisha, also known as mirror work, is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where small pieces of mirrors are intricately sewn onto fabric, creating a shimmering and reflective effect.

The traditional art of hand-painting miniature paintings on paper or cloth is known as:

  1. Phad Painting

  2. Kalamkari

  3. Warli Painting

  4. Madhubani Painting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phad Painting is a unique style of miniature painting practiced in Rajasthan. It involves creating long, horizontal scrolls with intricate paintings depicting mythological stories or historical events.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating intricate designs and patterns by tying and dyeing fabric?

  1. Bandhani

  2. Tie-Dye

  3. Batik

  4. Shibori


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bandhani, also known as Bandhej, is a traditional tie-dye technique practiced in Rajasthan. It involves tying and dyeing fabric in specific patterns, creating colorful and intricate designs.

The art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using wooden blocks is known as:

  1. Block Printing

  2. Screen Printing

  3. Digital Printing

  4. Lithography


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Block Printing is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where wooden blocks carved with intricate designs are used to print patterns and motifs onto fabric.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on metal surfaces using enamel?

  1. Meenakari

  2. Thewa

  3. Bidriware

  4. Zari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meenakari is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate designs and patterns are created on metal surfaces using enamel. The enamel is fused onto the metal, creating a vibrant and colorful effect.

The art of creating intricate and delicate jewelry using gold and silver wires is known as:

  1. Thewa

  2. Zari

  3. Kundankari

  4. Filigree


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thewa is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate and delicate jewelry is created using gold and silver wires. The wires are fused onto glass, creating a unique and eye-catching effect.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using small pieces of glass or mirrors?

  1. Shisha

  2. Zari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Block Printing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shisha, also known as mirror work, is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where small pieces of glass or mirrors are intricately sewn onto fabric, creating a shimmering and reflective effect.

The art of creating intricate and delicate jewelry using gold and silver sheets is known as:

  1. Kundankari

  2. Thewa

  3. Zari

  4. Meenakari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kundankari is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate and delicate jewelry is created using gold and silver sheets. The sheets are cut into various shapes and sizes and then assembled to form beautiful and ornate jewelry.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using vegetable dyes?

  1. Bagru Printing

  2. Kalamkari

  3. Warli Painting

  4. Madhubani Painting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bagru Printing is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where colorful and vibrant designs are created on fabric using vegetable dyes. The fabric is first treated with a mordant, which helps the dyes to adhere to the fabric, and then printed with wooden blocks.

The art of creating intricate and delicate jewelry using gold and silver threads is known as:

  1. Zari

  2. Kundankari

  3. Thewa

  4. Meenakari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zari is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate and delicate jewelry is created using gold and silver threads. The threads are woven into intricate patterns and designs, creating beautiful and ornate jewelry.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using natural dyes?

  1. Kalamkari

  2. Bagru Printing

  3. Warli Painting

  4. Madhubani Painting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalamkari is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where colorful and vibrant designs are created on fabric using natural dyes. The fabric is first treated with a mordant, which helps the dyes to adhere to the fabric, and then painted with a kalam, or pen.

The art of creating intricate and delicate jewelry using precious stones and metals is known as:

  1. Jadau

  2. Kundankari

  3. Thewa

  4. Meenakari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jadau is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate and delicate jewelry is created using precious stones and metals. The stones are set into the metal using a special technique called jadau, which involves embedding the stones into the metal without using any glue or solder.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using hand-painted motifs?

  1. Warli Painting

  2. Madhubani Painting

  3. Kalamkari

  4. Bagru Printing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Warli Painting is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where colorful and vibrant designs are created on fabric using hand-painted motifs. The motifs are typically inspired by nature and everyday life, and are painted using natural dyes.

The art of creating intricate and delicate jewelry using lac is known as:

  1. Lacquerware

  2. Thewa

  3. Kundankari

  4. Meenakari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lacquerware is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where intricate and delicate jewelry is created using lac. Lac is a natural resin that is melted and then molded into various shapes and sizes. The jewelry is then decorated with intricate designs and patterns.

Which handicraft involves the art of creating colorful and vibrant designs on fabric using hand-block printing?

  1. Madhubani Painting

  2. Warli Painting

  3. Kalamkari

  4. Bagru Printing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bagru Printing is a traditional handicraft of Rajasthan where colorful and vibrant designs are created on fabric using hand-block printing. Wooden blocks carved with intricate designs are used to print the designs onto the fabric, creating beautiful and unique patterns.

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