Handicrafts of India

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Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful Madhubani paintings?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Bihar

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Madhubani paintings originate from the Mithila region of Bihar and are known for their unique style, vibrant colors, and intricate patterns.

The art of creating intricate designs by applying colored powder on a flat surface is known as:

  1. Rangoli

  2. Meenakari

  3. Warli painting

  4. Patachitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rangoli is a traditional Indian art form that involves creating colorful designs and patterns using colored powder, rice flour, or other natural materials.

Which Indian handicraft is characterized by the use of small mirrors and colorful embroidery?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Zari work

  4. Shisha work


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shisha work, also known as mirror work, is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that involves sewing small mirrors onto fabric, creating a sparkling and reflective effect.

The delicate and intricate metalworking technique of creating intricate designs on metal surfaces is known as:

  1. Bidriware

  2. Meenakari

  3. Damascening

  4. Zari work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bidriware is a metalworking technique that originated in the town of Bidar, Karnataka. It involves creating intricate designs on metal surfaces using a combination of silver and copper inlays.

Which Indian state is renowned for its vibrant and intricate Patola silk sarees?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Patola silk sarees are a traditional Indian textile originating from the city of Patan in Gujarat. They are known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and the use of double ikat weaving technique.

The art of creating intricate designs and patterns on fabric using wax and dye is known as:

  1. Bandhani

  2. Batik

  3. Kalamkari

  4. Phulkari


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Batik is a traditional textile dyeing technique that involves creating intricate designs and patterns on fabric by applying wax to certain areas and then dyeing the fabric.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful Warli paintings?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Warli paintings are a traditional art form from the Warli tribe of Maharashtra. They are characterized by simple lines, geometric patterns, and depictions of everyday life.

The art of creating intricate designs on metal surfaces using gold and silver is known as:

  1. Meenakari

  2. Damascening

  3. Bidriware

  4. Zari work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meenakari is a traditional Indian metalworking technique that involves creating intricate designs on metal surfaces using enamel colors.

Which Indian state is known for its exquisite and colorful Bandhani sarees?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Punjab

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bandhani sarees are a traditional Indian textile originating from the state of Gujarat. They are known for their intricate designs created by tying and dyeing the fabric.

The art of creating intricate designs on fabric using small mirrors and colorful embroidery is known as:

  1. Shisha work

  2. Chikankari

  3. Phulkari

  4. Zari work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shisha work is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that involves sewing small mirrors onto fabric, creating a sparkling and reflective effect.

Which Indian state is famous for its vibrant and intricate Kalamkari paintings?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Telangana

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalamkari paintings are a traditional Indian art form originating from the state of Andhra Pradesh. They are known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and the use of natural dyes.

The art of creating intricate designs on fabric using small mirrors and colorful embroidery is known as:

  1. Shisha work

  2. Chikankari

  3. Phulkari

  4. Zari work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shisha work is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that involves sewing small mirrors onto fabric, creating a sparkling and reflective effect.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful Phulkari embroidery?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phulkari embroidery is a traditional Indian embroidery technique originating from the state of Punjab. It is known for its intricate designs, vibrant colors, and the use of floss silk.

The art of creating intricate designs on fabric using small mirrors and colorful embroidery is known as:

  1. Shisha work

  2. Chikankari

  3. Phulkari

  4. Zari work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shisha work is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that involves sewing small mirrors onto fabric, creating a sparkling and reflective effect.

Which Indian state is famous for its exquisite and colorful Zari work?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. West Bengal

  3. Gujarat

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zari work is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that involves using gold and silver threads to create intricate designs on fabric. It is particularly famous in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

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