Indian Clothing and Textiles

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Which of the following is a traditional Indian garment worn by women?

  1. Sari

  2. Salwar Kameez

  3. Lehenga Choli

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sari, Salwar Kameez, and Lehenga Choli are all traditional Indian garments worn by women.

What is the most common fabric used in Indian clothing?

  1. Cotton

  2. Silk

  3. Wool

  4. Linen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cotton is the most commonly used fabric in Indian clothing due to its breathability and comfort in the hot Indian climate.

Which Indian textile is known for its intricate and colorful designs?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Kalamkari


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Phulkari, Chikankari, Bandhani, and Kalamkari are all Indian textiles known for their intricate and colorful designs.

Which Indian state is famous for its silk sarees?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. West Bengal

  4. Assam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

West Bengal is famous for its silk sarees, particularly the Banarasi silk sarees.

What is the traditional head covering worn by Sikh men?

  1. Turban

  2. Safa

  3. Pagri

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Turban, Safa, and Pagri are all traditional head coverings worn by Sikh men.

Which Indian textile is known for its mirror work?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Shisha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shisha is an Indian textile known for its mirror work.

What is the traditional footwear worn in India?

  1. Kolhapuri Chappals

  2. Juttis

  3. Mojris

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kolhapuri Chappals, Juttis, and Mojris are all traditional footwear worn in India.

Which Indian textile is known for its tie-dye technique?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Kalamkari


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bandhani is an Indian textile known for its tie-dye technique.

What is the traditional garment worn by men in India?

  1. Kurta Pyjama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti Kurta

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kurta Pyjama, Sherwani, and Dhoti Kurta are all traditional garments worn by men in India.

Which Indian textile is known for its block printing technique?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Kalamkari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kalamkari is an Indian textile known for its block printing technique.

What is the traditional jewelry worn by Indian women?

  1. Jhumkas

  2. Bangles

  3. Necklaces

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jhumkas, Bangles, and Necklaces are all traditional jewelry worn by Indian women.

Which Indian textile is known for its intricate embroidery work?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Kalamkari


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chikankari is an Indian textile known for its intricate embroidery work.

What is the traditional garment worn by women in Rajasthan?

  1. Ghagra Choli

  2. Lehenga Choli

  3. Sari

  4. Salwar Kameez


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghagra Choli is the traditional garment worn by women in Rajasthan.

Which Indian textile is known for its appliqué work?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Bandhani

  4. Kutch Work


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kutch Work is an Indian textile known for its appliqué work.

What is the traditional garment worn by men in Punjab?

  1. Kurta Pyjama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti Kurta

  4. Patiala Salwar Kameez


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Patiala Salwar Kameez is the traditional garment worn by men in Punjab.

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