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Assessing the Contribution of Textile Arts to Indian Economy

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the contribution of textile arts to the Indian economy.
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What is the approximate contribution of the textile industry to India's GDP?

  1. 5%

  2. 10%

  3. 15%

  4. 20%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The textile industry contributes approximately 10% to India's GDP, making it a significant contributor to the country's economy.

Which state in India is known as the 'Textile Capital of India'?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra is known as the 'Textile Capital of India' due to its significant contribution to the textile industry, particularly in the production of cotton and synthetic fabrics.

What is the approximate number of people employed in the textile industry in India?

  1. 10 million

  2. 20 million

  3. 30 million

  4. 40 million


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The textile industry in India employs approximately 40 million people, making it one of the largest employers in the country.

Which type of textile art is known for its intricate embroidery and mirror work?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Zardozi

  4. Kantha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Zardozi is a type of textile art known for its intricate embroidery and mirror work, often used to embellish garments and accessories.

Which region in India is famous for its silk weaving tradition?

  1. Banaras

  2. Kanchipuram

  3. Mysore

  4. Srinagar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Banaras, also known as Varanasi, is famous for its silk weaving tradition and is known for producing high-quality silk sarees and other textiles.

What is the approximate value of India's textile exports?

  1. $10 billion

  2. $20 billion

  3. $30 billion

  4. $40 billion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India's textile exports are valued at approximately $40 billion, making it a major exporter of textiles in the world.

Which textile art form is known for its use of colorful tie-dye patterns?

  1. Bandhani

  2. Leheriya

  3. Patola

  4. Ikat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bandhani is a textile art form known for its use of colorful tie-dye patterns, often used to create intricate designs on fabrics.

What is the approximate share of the textile industry in India's total manufacturing output?

  1. 15%

  2. 20%

  3. 25%

  4. 30%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The textile industry contributes approximately 20% to India's total manufacturing output, making it a significant contributor to the country's manufacturing sector.

Which region in India is known for its traditional handloom weaving?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal is known for its traditional handloom weaving, particularly in the production of sarees and other textiles.

What is the approximate number of textile mills in India?

  1. 10,000

  2. 20,000

  3. 30,000

  4. 40,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are approximately 20,000 textile mills in India, ranging from small-scale to large-scale operations.

Which textile art form is known for its use of intricate block printing techniques?

  1. Bagh

  2. Ajrakh

  3. Kalamkari

  4. Dabu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bagh is a textile art form known for its use of intricate block printing techniques, often used to create intricate designs on fabrics.

What is the approximate value of India's domestic textile market?

  1. $100 billion

  2. $200 billion

  3. $300 billion

  4. $400 billion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India's domestic textile market is valued at approximately $300 billion, making it one of the largest domestic textile markets in the world.

Which region in India is known for its traditional carpet weaving?

  1. Kashmir

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashmir is known for its traditional carpet weaving, particularly in the production of high-quality hand-knotted carpets.

What is the approximate share of the textile industry in India's total exports?

  1. 10%

  2. 15%

  3. 20%

  4. 25%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The textile industry contributes approximately 15% to India's total exports, making it a significant contributor to the country's export earnings.

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