Social Science

Indian Traditional Costume

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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

The traditional weaving technique from Odisha, India, known for its intricate and colorful designs, is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Kalamkari

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

Sambalpuri is a traditional Indian weaving technique from Odisha, known for its intricate and colorful designs.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Indian textile printing technique that involves the use of natural dyes?

  1. Batik

  2. Bandhani

  3. Ajrakh

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

Ajrakh is a traditional Indian textile printing technique that uses natural dyes to create intricate patterns on fabric.

Multiple choice

The traditional hand-embroidery technique from Uttar Pradesh, India, known for its delicate and intricate floral motifs, is called:

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Kantha

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

Chikankari is a traditional Indian hand-embroidery technique from Uttar Pradesh, known for its delicate and intricate floral motifs.

Multiple choice

The traditional weaving technique from West Bengal, India, known for its intricate and delicate designs, is called:

  1. Ikat

  2. Jamdani

  3. Kalamkari

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

Jamdani is a traditional Indian weaving technique from West Bengal, known for its intricate and delicate designs.

Multiple choice

The traditional hand-embroidery technique from Bihar, India, known for its intricate and colorful designs, is called:

  1. Chikankari

  2. Phulkari

  3. Kantha

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

Sujni is a traditional Indian hand-embroidery technique from Bihar, known for its intricate and colorful designs.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional attire for Garba?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Salwar kameez

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

The traditional attire for Garba is a lehenga choli, which is a long skirt and blouse.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional attire for Garba?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Salwar kameez

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

The traditional attire for Garba is a lehenga choli, which is a long skirt and blouse.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional courtyard housing typology found in many parts of India?

  1. Haveli

  2. Choultry

  3. Kothi

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

Haveli is a traditional courtyard housing typology found in many parts of India, featuring a central courtyard surrounded by rooms and living spaces.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of traditional Indian house built on stilts?

  1. Kutcha house

  2. Pucca house

  3. Machan

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

Machan is a type of traditional Indian house built on stilts, commonly found in regions prone to flooding or in forested areas.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the elaborate makeup worn by Kathakali performers?

  1. Chutti

  2. Kathakali

  3. Pacha

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

Chutti is the traditional makeup worn by Kathakali performers, which involves intricate designs and patterns.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a traditional costume worn by Kathakali performers?

  1. Headdress

  2. Face mask

  3. Elaborate skirt

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

Dhoti is a traditional Indian garment worn by men, while headdress, face mask, and elaborate skirt are all part of the traditional Kathakali costume.

Multiple choice

Kathak dancers often wear elaborate costumes and jewelry during performances. What is the traditional costume worn by female Kathak dancers?

  1. Ghagra Choli

  2. Saree

  3. Salwar Kameez

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

The traditional costume worn by female Kathak dancers is the Ghagra Choli, which consists of a long, flowing skirt (ghagra) and a fitted blouse (choli).

Multiple choice

Which of these is NOT a common type of String Puppet found in India?

  1. Kathputli

  2. Gondhal

  3. Bunraku

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

Bunraku is a type of String Puppet found in Japan, not in India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian head covering worn by women?

  1. Sari

  2. Salwar Kameez

  3. Dupatta

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

Ghunghat is a traditional Indian head covering worn by women. It is a long, flowing veil that is used to cover the head and face. It is often worn for religious or cultural reasons.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Saree

  2. Ghungroo

  3. Blouse

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

Ghungroo are ankle bells worn by Kathak dancers, not Odissi dancers.