Social Science

Indian Traditional Costume

3,070 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

What is the name of the traditional Indian footwear characterized by a closed toe and a strap that goes between the big toe and the second toe?

  1. Juttis

  2. Kolhapuris

  3. Mojaris

  4. Chappals
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Juttis are traditional Indian footwear known for their closed toe and a strap that goes between the big toe and the second toe.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Tibetan footwear made from yak leather and featuring a pointed toe?

  1. Chutpas

  2. Khasas

  3. Jongos

  4. Dokpas
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Explanation

Chutpas are traditional Tibetan footwear made from yak leather and featuring a pointed toe, often worn with traditional Tibetan clothing.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional headgear worn by Chhau dancers?

  1. Mukuta

  2. Pagdi

  3. Topi

  4. Safa
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Explanation

Mukuta is the traditional headgear worn by Chhau dancers, often adorned with intricate designs and embellishments.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Manipuri dance costumes?

  1. Bright and colorful fabrics

  2. Intricate embroidery and beadwork

  3. Flowing and graceful designs

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Manipuri dance costumes are known for their bright and colorful fabrics, intricate embroidery and beadwork, and flowing and graceful designs.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Rajasthan?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Salwar kameez
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B Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in Punjab is known as:

  1. Kurta pajama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti kurta

  4. Lungi
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Explanation

Kurta pajama is a traditional Punjabi attire consisting of a long tunic (kurta) and loose pants (pajama).

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Gujarat?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Chaniya choli
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D Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in Maharashtra is known as:

  1. Kurta pajama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti kurta

  4. Lungi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoti kurta is a traditional Maharashtrian attire consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist (dhoti) and a long tunic (kurta).

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Salwar kameez
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Saree is a traditional Tamil Nadu attire consisting of a long piece of cloth draped around the body.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in Karnataka is known as:

  1. Kurta pajama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti kurta

  4. Lungi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoti kurta is a traditional Kannadiga attire consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist (dhoti) and a long tunic (kurta).

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Salwar kameez
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Saree is a traditional Andhra Pradesh attire consisting of a long piece of cloth draped around the body.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in Telangana is known as:

  1. Kurta pajama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti kurta

  4. Lungi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoti kurta is a traditional Telangana attire consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist (dhoti) and a long tunic (kurta).

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Kerala?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Salwar kameez
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Saree is a traditional Kerala attire consisting of a long piece of cloth draped around the body.

Multiple choice

The traditional attire of men in West Bengal is known as:

  1. Kurta pajama

  2. Sherwani

  3. Dhoti kurta

  4. Lungi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoti kurta is a traditional West Bengal attire consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist (dhoti) and a long tunic (kurta).

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional attire of women in Odisha?

  1. Saree

  2. Ghagra choli

  3. Lehenga choli

  4. Salwar kameez
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Explanation

Saree is a traditional Odisha attire consisting of a long piece of cloth draped around the body.