Indian Handloom and Textiles Quiz

Which Indian state is famous for its Chikankari embroidery?

• Gujarat

• Uttar Pradesh

• Punjab

• Tamil Nadu

The weave known as Pochampally Ikat originates from which state?

• Odisha

• Andhra Pradesh

• Telangana

• Karnataka

What type of handloom is Kanjeevaram saree woven on?

• Jacquard loom

• Frame loom

• Pit loom

• Power loom

Bandhani is a traditional tie-and-dye technique found in which states?

• Gujarat and Rajasthan

• Punjab and Haryana

• Odisha and Assam

• Tamil Nadu and Kerala

The Motifs of butis, paisleys, and florals are most commonly seen in which weaving tradition?

• Sambalpuri

• Chanderi

• Bhujodi

• Tangail

Which fabric is closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and India's freedom movement?

• Silk

• Wool

• Khadi

• Muslin

What is the name of the fine handwoven cotton fabric from Bengal that was once called "woven air"?

• Mulmul

• Jamdani

• Chintz

• Kota Doria

Patola sarees are double Ikat woven. Which place is famous for them?

• Kutch

• Patan

• Surat

• Varanasi

Which city is considered the hub of Banarasi sarees?

• Agra

• Lucknow

• Varanasi

• Jaipur

What does GI (Geographical Indication) status provide to a handloom product?

• Discount for export

• Trademark for fashion houses

• Legal protection for origin and quality

• Tax exemption