Handicrafts of Bihar

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Which of the following is a famous handicraft of Bihar, known for its intricate designs and vibrant colors?

  1. Madhubani Painting

  2. Mithila Painting

  3. Patna Kalamkari

  4. Bhagalpur Silk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhubani Painting is a traditional art form from the Mithila region of Bihar, characterized by its bold lines, vibrant colors, and intricate geometric patterns.

What is the primary material used in the making of Madhubani Paintings?

  1. Cotton Fabric

  2. Silk Fabric

  3. Paper

  4. Wood


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhubani Paintings are typically created on handmade paper, using natural dyes and pigments.

Which of these crafts is known for its delicate and intricate needlework, often depicting scenes from mythology or nature?

  1. Sujani Embroidery

  2. Chikankari Embroidery

  3. Phulkari Embroidery

  4. Zardozi Embroidery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sujani Embroidery is a traditional craft from Bihar, characterized by its intricate and colorful needlework, often depicting scenes from mythology or nature.

What is the primary material used in the making of Sujani Embroidery?

  1. Cotton Fabric

  2. Silk Fabric

  3. Jute Fabric

  4. Wool Fabric


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sujani Embroidery is typically done on cotton fabric, using colorful threads and intricate stitches.

Which of these crafts is known for its vibrant and colorful hand-woven textiles, often featuring intricate designs and patterns?

  1. Bhagalpur Silk

  2. Banarasi Silk

  3. Chanderi Silk

  4. Pashmina Wool


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhagalpur Silk is a renowned handicraft from Bihar, known for its vibrant colors, intricate designs, and luxurious texture.

What is the primary material used in the making of Bhagalpur Silk?

  1. Cotton

  2. Silk

  3. Wool

  4. Jute


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhagalpur Silk is made from high-quality silk threads, which are hand-woven to create intricate designs and patterns.

Which of these crafts is known for its unique and artistic style of pottery, often featuring intricate designs and patterns?

  1. Black Pottery

  2. Blue Pottery

  3. Terracotta Pottery

  4. Stoneware Pottery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black Pottery is a traditional craft from Bihar, known for its unique and artistic style, featuring intricate designs and patterns.

What is the primary material used in the making of Black Pottery?

  1. Clay

  2. Porcelain

  3. Stoneware

  4. Earthenware


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black Pottery is made from a special type of clay, which is fired at high temperatures to achieve its characteristic black color and intricate designs.

Which of these crafts is known for its intricate and delicate bamboo work, often used to create a variety of household items and decorative pieces?

  1. Bamboo Basketry

  2. Cane Furniture

  3. Rattan Furniture

  4. Wicker Furniture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bamboo Basketry is a traditional craft from Bihar, known for its intricate and delicate bamboo work, used to create a variety of household items and decorative pieces.

What is the primary material used in the making of Bamboo Basketry?

  1. Bamboo

  2. Cane

  3. Rattan

  4. Wicker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bamboo Basketry is made from bamboo strips, which are carefully woven and intertwined to create intricate designs and patterns.

Which of these crafts is known for its unique and artistic style of metalwork, often featuring intricate designs and patterns?

  1. Bidriware

  2. Meenakari

  3. Thewa Art

  4. Zardozi Embroidery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bidriware is a traditional craft from Bihar, known for its unique and artistic style of metalwork, featuring intricate designs and patterns.

What is the primary material used in the making of Bidriware?

  1. Silver

  2. Gold

  3. Copper

  4. Brass


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bidriware is made from brass, which is intricately engraved and inlaid with silver or gold to create beautiful and artistic designs.

Which of these crafts is known for its intricate and delicate wood carving, often used to create a variety of decorative pieces and furniture?

  1. Wood Carving

  2. Stone Carving

  3. Metal Carving

  4. Ivory Carving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wood Carving is a traditional craft from Bihar, known for its intricate and delicate wood carving, used to create a variety of decorative pieces and furniture.

What is the primary material used in the making of Wood Carving?

  1. Wood

  2. Stone

  3. Metal

  4. Ivory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wood Carving is made from various types of wood, which are carefully carved and shaped to create intricate designs and patterns.

Which of these crafts is known for its unique and artistic style of doll making, often featuring intricate designs and vibrant colors?

  1. Doll Making

  2. Puppet Making

  3. Mask Making

  4. Papier-mâché Crafts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Doll Making is a traditional craft from Bihar, known for its unique and artistic style, featuring intricate designs and vibrant colors.

What is the primary material used in the making of Doll Making?

  1. Clay

  2. Wood

  3. Cloth

  4. Paper


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Doll Making is typically done using cloth, which is carefully stitched and decorated to create intricate designs and vibrant colors.

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