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

Which of these is a traditional South Asian earring worn by women?

  1. Nath

  2. Bangles

  3. Choker

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

Jhumkas are traditional earrings characterized by their bell-shaped pendants, often adorned with intricate designs and gemstones.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional South Asian nose ornament worn by women?

  1. Jhumka

  2. Bangles

  3. Nath

  4. Choker
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Nath is a traditional nose ornament worn by women in South Asia, often featuring intricate designs and gemstones.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional South Asian bracelet worn by women?

  1. Nath

  2. Bangles

  3. Choker

  4. Jhumka
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Bangles are traditional bracelets worn by women in South Asia, often in sets of multiple pieces, and can be adorned with intricate designs and gemstones.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional South Asian head ornament worn by women?

  1. Jhumka

  2. Bangles

  3. Maang Tikka

  4. Choker
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Maang Tikka is a traditional head ornament worn by women in South Asia, featuring a central pendant suspended from a chain or string, often adorned with intricate designs and gemstones.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional South Asian waist ornament worn by women?

  1. Nath

  2. Bangles

  3. Kamarbandh

  4. Choker
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kamarbandh is a traditional waist ornament worn by women in South Asia, featuring a waistband adorned with intricate designs and gemstones.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional South Asian foot ornament worn by women?

  1. Jhumka

  2. Bangles

  3. Payal

  4. Choker
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Payal is a traditional foot ornament worn by women in South Asia, featuring a chain or string of beads, bells, or other decorative elements.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional dress worn by women in Rajasthan?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra Choli

  3. Lehenga Choli

  4. Salwar Kameez
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Ghagra Choli is a traditional Rajasthani attire consisting of a long, flared skirt (ghagra) and a fitted blouse (choli).

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in Punjab is known as:

  1. Kurta Pajama

  2. Dhoti Kurta

  3. Sherwani

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

Kurta Pajama is a loose shirt (kurta) paired with loose-fitting trousers (pajama), commonly worn by men in Punjab.

Multiple choice

Which traditional dress is typically worn by women in West Bengal?

  1. Saree

  2. Salwar Kameez

  3. Lehenga Choli

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

Saree is a versatile garment draped around the body, often paired with a blouse, and is widely worn by women in West Bengal.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of women in Maharashtra is commonly known as:

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra Choli

  3. Lehenga Choli

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

Nauvari Saree is a traditional Maharashtrian attire consisting of a nine-yard saree draped in a unique style.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional attire worn by men in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Kurta Pajama

  2. Dhoti Kurta

  3. Sherwani

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

Lungi is a traditional garment worn by men in Tamil Nadu, typically made of cotton or silk and wrapped around the waist.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of women in Gujarat is known as:

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra Choli

  3. Lehenga Choli

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

Chaniya Choli is a traditional Gujarati attire consisting of a flared skirt (chaniya) and a fitted blouse (choli).

Multiple choice

Which traditional dress is typically worn by men in Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Kurta Pajama

  2. Dhoti Kurta

  3. Sherwani

  4. Lungi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Sherwani is a long coat-like garment worn by men in Uttar Pradesh, often paired with churidar pants.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of women in Odisha is commonly known as:

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra Choli

  3. Lehenga Choli

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

Sambalpuri Saree is a traditional Odia attire known for its intricate weaving and vibrant colors.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a traditional attire worn by men in Karnataka?

  1. Kurta Pajama

  2. Dhoti Kurta

  3. Sherwani

  4. Lungi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoti Kurta is a traditional attire worn by men in Karnataka, consisting of a draped cloth (dhoti) and a loose shirt (kurta).