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Indian Handicrafts and Textiles in Community Development and Empowerment

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the role of Indian handicrafts and textiles in community development and empowerment.
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Which Indian state is renowned for its intricate hand-woven silk sarees?

  1. Odisha

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

West Bengal is famous for its exquisite hand-woven silk sarees, particularly the Banarasi and Kanjivaram varieties.

What is the primary material used in the pembuatan of Pashmina shawls?

  1. Wool

  2. Silk

  3. Cotton

  4. Jute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pashmina shawls are crafted from the fine undercoat wool of the Changthangi goat, found in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas.

Which Indian handicraft involves the creation of intricate designs on metal surfaces using a hammer and chisel?

  1. Bidriware

  2. Meenakari

  3. Zari

  4. Phulkari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bidriware is a metalworking technique that originated in the town of Bidar, Karnataka. It involves hammering and chiseling intricate designs on metal surfaces, typically brass or silver.

What is the traditional art form from Rajasthan known for its vibrant and colorful paintings?

  1. Madhubani

  2. Warli

  3. Patachitra

  4. Miniature Painting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Miniature Painting is a traditional art form from Rajasthan that involves creating intricate and detailed paintings on small surfaces, often using natural pigments.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful hand-embroidered textiles?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Punjab

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarat is renowned for its intricate and colorful hand-embroidered textiles, such as the intricate mirror work of Kutch and the vibrant embroidery of Saurashtra.

What is the traditional art form from Odisha known for its intricate and delicate applique work?

  1. Chhau

  2. Pattachitra

  3. Pipili Applique

  4. Sambalpuri Sarees


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Pipili Applique is a traditional art form from Odisha that involves the creation of intricate and delicate applique work using colorful fabrics, often depicting scenes from mythology or nature.

Which Indian state is famous for its hand-woven carpets and rugs?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir is renowned for its hand-woven carpets and rugs, particularly the intricate and colorful Kashmiri carpets.

What is the traditional art form from Madhya Pradesh known for its intricate and colorful paintings?

  1. Gond Painting

  2. Warli

  3. Madhubani

  4. Patachitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gond Painting is a traditional art form from Madhya Pradesh that involves the creation of intricate and colorful paintings using natural pigments, often depicting scenes from mythology or nature.

Which Indian state is famous for its hand-woven silk sarees with intricate zari work?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Andhra Pradesh is renowned for its hand-woven silk sarees with intricate zari work, particularly the Pochampally and Uppada varieties.

What is the traditional art form from Chhattisgarh known for its intricate and colorful wall paintings?

  1. Warli

  2. Madhubani

  3. Patachitra

  4. Chhattisgarhi Mural Painting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi Mural Painting is a traditional art form from Chhattisgarh that involves the creation of intricate and colorful wall paintings, often depicting scenes from mythology or nature.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful hand-painted pottery?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is renowned for its intricate and colorful hand-painted pottery, particularly the blue pottery of Jaipur and the glazed pottery of Alwar.

What is the traditional art form from Kerala known for its intricate and colorful woven mats?

  1. Coir Mats

  2. Bamboo Mats

  3. Jute Mats

  4. Sisal Mats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coir Mats are a traditional art form from Kerala that involves the creation of intricate and colorful woven mats using coconut fibers.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful hand-woven carpets?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh is renowned for its intricate and colorful hand-woven carpets, particularly the Bhadohi carpets and the Mirzapur carpets.

What is the traditional art form from Tamil Nadu known for its intricate and colorful hand-woven textiles?

  1. Kanjivaram Sarees

  2. Pochampally Sarees

  3. Uppada Sarees

  4. Sambalpuri Sarees


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kanjivaram Sarees are a traditional art form from Tamil Nadu that involves the creation of intricate and colorful hand-woven textiles, often using silk and zari.

Which Indian state is famous for its intricate and colorful hand-embroidered shawls?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Uttarakhand

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh is renowned for its intricate and colorful hand-embroidered shawls, particularly the Kullu shawls and the Chamba shawls.

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