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 traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest?

  1. Sarong

  2. Tunic

  3. Kimono

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

A tunic is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest. It is a loose-fitting garment that covers the body from the shoulders to the knees.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Pacific Islands?

  1. Sarong

  2. Tunic

  3. Kimono

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

A sarong is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Pacific Islands. It is a rectangular piece of fabric that is wrapped around the body.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Sahara Desert?

  1. Kaftan

  2. Tunic

  3. Kimono

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

A kaftan is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Sahara Desert. It is a loose-fitting garment that covers the body from the shoulders to the ankles.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Caribbean?

  1. Sarong

  2. Tunic

  3. Kimono

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

A sarong is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Caribbean. It is a rectangular piece of fabric that is wrapped around the body.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Arctic regions?

  1. Poncho

  2. Sarong

  3. Parka

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

A parka is a traditional hooded winter coat worn by Indigenous peoples in the Arctic regions. It is designed to provide warmth and protection from the cold weather.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Andes region of South America?

  1. Poncho

  2. Sarong

  3. Kimono

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

A poncho is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous peoples in the Andes region of South America. It is a rectangular piece of fabric with a hole in the center for the head.

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.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional jewelry worn by Odissi dancers?

  1. Temple jewelry

  2. Gold jewelry

  3. Silver jewelry

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

Temple jewelry is the traditional jewelry worn by Odissi dancers, which is often made of gold and silver and features intricate designs.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional attire worn by Manipuri dancers?

  1. Mekhela chador

  2. Saree

  3. Ghagra choli

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

Manipuri dancers traditionally wear a costume called 'panetar', which is a long, flowing skirt with a blouse and a shawl.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional craft from Punjab, India, known for its intricate embroidery work?

  1. Phulkari

  2. Chikankari

  3. Zardozi

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

Phulkari is a traditional craft from Punjab, India, known for its intricate embroidery work using colorful threads.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional attire worn by Mohiniyattam dancers?

  1. A long, flowing skirt

  2. A fitted bodice

  3. A sheer veil

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

The traditional attire worn by Mohiniyattam dancers includes a long, flowing skirt, a fitted bodice, and a sheer veil.

Multiple choice

What type of costume is typically worn by Kathak dancers?

  1. Anarkali suit

  2. Saree

  3. Lehenga choli

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

Kathak dancers typically wear a lehenga choli, which consists of a long skirt (lehenga) and a blouse (choli).