Handloom Weaving in India

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Which of the following is not a major handloom weaving cluster in India?

  1. Banaras

  2. Kanchipuram

  3. Mysore

  4. Surat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surat is a major center for powerloom weaving, not handloom weaving.

What is the name of the traditional silk fabric woven in Banaras?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Pashmina silk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Banarasi silk is a type of silk fabric woven in Banaras, India. It is known for its intricate designs and rich colors.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Kanchipuram silk sarees?

  1. Bright colors and bold designs

  2. Soft and lightweight fabric

  3. Wide borders with intricate designs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kanchipuram silk sarees are known for their bright colors, bold designs, soft and lightweight fabric, and wide borders with intricate designs.

What is the name of the traditional silk fabric woven in Mysore?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Pashmina silk


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mysore silk is a type of silk fabric woven in Mysore, India. It is known for its soft and lustrous texture.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Pashmina shawls?

  1. Made from the wool of the Changthangi goat

  2. Soft and warm fabric

  3. Intricate designs and patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pashmina shawls are made from the wool of the Changthangi goat, which is native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. They are known for their soft and warm fabric, intricate designs and patterns.

What is the name of the traditional cotton fabric woven in Khadi?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Khadi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Khadi is a type of cotton fabric woven in India. It is known for its simple and rustic appearance.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Khadi fabric?

  1. Made from hand-spun cotton yarn

  2. Soft and comfortable to wear

  3. Durable and long-lasting

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Khadi fabric is made from hand-spun cotton yarn. It is soft and comfortable to wear, durable and long-lasting.

What is the name of the traditional silk fabric woven in Pochampally?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Pochampally silk


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pochampally silk is a type of silk fabric woven in Pochampally, India. It is known for its vibrant colors and intricate designs.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Pochampally silk sarees?

  1. Bright colors and bold designs

  2. Soft and lightweight fabric

  3. Wide borders with intricate designs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pochampally silk sarees are known for their bright colors, bold designs, soft and lightweight fabric, and wide borders with intricate designs.

What is the name of the traditional cotton fabric woven in Mangalagiri?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Mangalagiri cotton


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mangalagiri cotton is a type of cotton fabric woven in Mangalagiri, India. It is known for its soft and comfortable texture.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Mangalagiri cotton sarees?

  1. Bright colors and bold designs

  2. Soft and lightweight fabric

  3. Wide borders with intricate designs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mangalagiri cotton sarees are known for their bright colors, bold designs, soft and lightweight fabric, and wide borders with intricate designs.

What is the name of the traditional silk fabric woven in Gadwal?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Gadwal silk


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gadwal silk is a type of silk fabric woven in Gadwal, India. It is known for its intricate designs and rich colors.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Gadwal silk sarees?

  1. Bright colors and bold designs

  2. Soft and lightweight fabric

  3. Wide borders with intricate designs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gadwal silk sarees are known for their bright colors, bold designs, soft and lightweight fabric, and wide borders with intricate designs.

What is the name of the traditional cotton fabric woven in Venkatagiri?

  1. Banarasi silk

  2. Kanchipuram silk

  3. Mysore silk

  4. Venkatagiri cotton


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Venkatagiri cotton is a type of cotton fabric woven in Venkatagiri, India. It is known for its soft and comfortable texture.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Venkatagiri cotton sarees?

  1. Bright colors and bold designs

  2. Soft and lightweight fabric

  3. Wide borders with intricate designs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Venkatagiri cotton sarees are known for their bright colors, bold designs, soft and lightweight fabric, and wide borders with intricate designs.

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