Social Science

Indian Traditional Costume

3,235 Questions

Indian traditional costumes encompass regional handloom textiles, tribal clothing, and festive ethnic wear across different states. Questions on these cultural elements regularly appear in general awareness sections of SSC and state PSC exams. Review these answers to improve your knowledge of Indian handloom heritage.

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Indian Traditional Costume Questions

Multiple choice

Odissi dancers wear a distinctive fan-shaped headdress called a:

  1. Tilak

  2. Mukuta

  3. Chudamani

  4. Pallavi

  5. Chandrika
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Odissi dancers wear a distinctive fan-shaped headdress called a chandrika, which is adorned with flowers and jewels.

Multiple choice

Kuchipudi dancers traditionally wear a colorful costume called a:

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga Choli

  3. Ghagra Choli

  4. Salwar Kameez

  5. Kurta Pajama
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Kuchipudi dancers traditionally wear a colorful costume called a lehenga choli, which consists of a long skirt, a blouse, and a dupatta.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major handicraft exported from India?

  1. Carpets

  2. Jewelry

  3. Silk

  4. Leather
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Leather is not a major handicraft exported from India. Carpets, Jewelry, and Silk are all major handicraft exports from India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its intricate designs and vibrant colors?

  1. Bandhani

  2. Pashmina

  3. Kantha

  4. Ikat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bandhani is a traditional Indian textile known for its intricate designs and vibrant colors. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its delicate embroidery and mirror work?

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Kashida

  4. Zardozi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Chikankari is a traditional Indian textile known for its delicate embroidery and mirror work. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its block printing technique?

  1. Ajrakh

  2. Bagh

  3. Dabu

  4. Kalamkari
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ajrakh is a traditional Indian textile known for its block printing technique. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its tie-dye technique?

  1. Bandhani

  2. Pashmina

  3. Kantha

  4. Ikat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bandhani is a traditional Indian textile known for its tie-dye technique. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its intricate embroidery and mirror work?

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Kashida

  4. Zardozi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chikankari is a traditional Indian textile known for its intricate embroidery and mirror work. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian textile known for its delicate embroidery and mirror work?

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Kashida

  4. Zardozi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chikankari is a traditional Indian textile known for its delicate embroidery and mirror work. It is typically made from cotton or silk and is often used to make sarees, kurtas, and other traditional Indian garments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Rajasthani turban, often adorned with intricate designs and vibrant colors?

  1. Safa

  2. Pagri

  3. Topi

  4. Patka
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Safa, also known as Pagri, is a traditional head covering worn by men in Rajasthan. It is characterized by its intricate folds and vibrant colors, often reflecting the region or community of the wearer.

Multiple choice

Which Rajasthani handicraft is renowned for its intricate mirror work and vibrant embroidery, often adorning traditional clothing and accessories?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Zardozi

  4. Bandhani
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bandhani is a celebrated Rajasthani handicraft technique involving intricate tie-dye patterns. It is known for its vibrant colors and is commonly used to create traditional clothing, sarees, and accessories.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional clothing of India?

  1. Sari

  2. Kimono

  3. Hanbok

  4. Ao Dai
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The sari is the traditional clothing of India, a long piece of fabric draped around the body.

Multiple choice

Which culture is known for its elaborate henna designs?

  1. Indian

  2. Pakistani

  3. Moroccan

  4. Egyptian
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Henna designs are a traditional form of body art in India, often used for weddings and other special occasions.

Multiple choice

Which fair showcases the rich handicrafts and textiles of India?

  1. Surajkund Mela

  2. Pushkar Camel Fair

  3. Kumbh Mela

  4. Sonepur Mela
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Surajkund Mela, held in Haryana, is a crafts fair that showcases the diverse handicrafts and textiles from different regions of India.

Multiple choice

In Kathak, what is the traditional attire worn by male dancers called?

  1. Angarkha

  2. Kurta Pyjama

  3. Dhoti Kurta

  4. Sherwani
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In Kathak, male dancers traditionally wear an Angarkha, a long, knee-length coat with flared panels, often adorned with intricate embroidery and embellishments.