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 the following is a famous embroidery style from Arunachal Pradesh, known for its intricate and colorful designs?

  1. Nyishi

  2. Chikankari

  3. Zardozi

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

Nyishi is a famous embroidery style from Arunachal Pradesh, known for its intricate and colorful designs.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional attire worn by Lavani performers?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Ghagra choli

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

Lavani performers typically wear a traditional outfit called a ghagra choli, which consists of a long skirt (ghagra) and a blouse (choli), along with ornate jewelry and accessories.

Multiple choice

Kathak, a classical dance form from North India, is known for its intricate footwork and rhythmic storytelling. What is the traditional attire worn by Kathak dancers?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga Choli

  3. Ghagra Choli

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

Kathak dancers traditionally wear a Lehenga Choli, a long skirt paired with a blouse, along with intricate jewelry and accessories.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a traditional costume worn by Bharatanatyam dancers?

  1. Saree

  2. Choli

  3. Lehenga

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

Lehenga is not a traditional costume worn by Bharatanatyam dancers. Saree, Choli, and Davani are the primary garments used in Bharatanatyam attire.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Indian hardcore music fashion trend?

  1. Neon clothing

  2. Glow sticks

  3. Kandi bracelets

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Neon clothing, glow sticks, and kandi bracelets are all popular Indian hardcore music fashion trends.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian footwear is known for its intricate beadwork and mirror embellishments?

  1. Jutti

  2. Kolhapuri Chappal

  3. Mojari

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

Juttis are traditional Indian footwear characterized by their intricate beadwork and mirror embellishments, often associated with Punjab and Rajasthan.

Multiple choice

The traditional footwear of the Mongolian nomads is called:

  1. Gobi Boots

  2. Deel Boots

  3. Ger Boots

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

Deel boots are traditional Mongolian footwear, made from leather or felt, and worn with the deel, a long Mongolian robe.

Multiple choice

Which fashion trend was inspired by the colorful and intricate costumes of the Indian Kathakali dance?

  1. The rise of sari-inspired gowns

  2. The popularity of lehenga choli ensembles

  3. The emergence of kurta pajama sets

  4. The revival of dupatta scarves and jewelry
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The colorful and intricate costumes of the Indian Kathakali dance influenced the popularity of lehenga choli ensembles in mainstream fashion.

Multiple choice

The intricate embroidery style known for its mirror work and colorful threads is called:

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Zardozi

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

Zardozi is a traditional Indian embroidery technique that uses metallic threads, beads, and sequins to create intricate designs.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that produces lightweight and airy fabrics?

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Pashmina

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

Khaadi is a handwoven fabric made from cotton or silk, known for its lightweight and breathable properties.

Multiple choice

The traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that produces intricate designs using a drawloom is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Pashmina

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

Jamdani is a traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that uses a drawloom to create intricate designs and patterns in the fabric.

Multiple choice

The traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that produces colorful and vibrant fabrics using a pit loom is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Pashmina

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

Pochampally is a traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that uses a pit loom to create colorful and vibrant fabrics with intricate designs.

Multiple choice

The traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that produces lightweight and sheer fabrics using a fly shuttle loom is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Pashmina

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

Kota Doria is a traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that uses a fly shuttle loom to create lightweight and sheer fabrics with intricate designs.

Multiple choice

The traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that produces colorful and vibrant fabrics using a jacquard loom is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Pashmina

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

Banarasi is a traditional Indian handloom weaving technique that uses a jacquard loom to create colorful and vibrant fabrics with intricate designs.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the traditional Indian garment worn by women, consisting of a long tunic and loose trousers?

  1. Saree

  2. Salwar Kameez

  3. Lehenga Choli

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

Salwar Kameez is the term used for the traditional Indian garment worn by women, consisting of a long tunic (kameez) and loose trousers (salwar). It is a versatile outfit that can be dressed up or down, and is popular among women of all ages.