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QUESTION 1 OF 13
Phulkari embroidery, characterized by vibrant floral patterns, is a traditional craft of which state?
Explanation: Phulkari embroidery, known for vibrant floral patterns, is a traditional craft of Punjab.
QUESTION 2 OF 13
Chikankari embroidery, known for its delicate white-thread work, is traditionally associated with which city?
Explanation: Chikankari embroidery, known for delicate white-thread work, is traditionally associated with Lucknow.
QUESTION 3 OF 13
Bandhani (tie-dye) textile art is traditionally associated with which states?
Explanation: Bandhani (tie-dye) textile art is traditionally associated with Gujarat and Rajasthan.
QUESTION 4 OF 13
Patola sarees, a famous double-ikat woven textile, are traditionally produced in which city?
Explanation: Patola sarees, a famous double-ikat woven textile, are traditionally produced in Patan, Gujarat.
QUESTION 5 OF 13
Kanchipuram sarees, known for their silk quality and temple border designs, are produced in which state?
Explanation: Kanchipuram sarees, known for silk quality and temple border designs, are produced in Tamil Nadu.
QUESTION 6 OF 13
Banarasi sarees, known for intricate gold and silver brocade work, are traditionally woven in which city?
Explanation: Banarasi sarees, known for intricate gold and silver brocade, are traditionally woven in Varanasi.
QUESTION 7 OF 13
Pashmina shawls, made from fine cashmere wool, are traditionally associated with which region?
Explanation: Pashmina shawls, made from fine cashmere wool, are traditionally associated with Kashmir.
QUESTION 8 OF 13
The traditional handicraft of Bidriware, known for its blackened metal surface with silver inlay, originated in which city?
Explanation: Bidriware, known for its blackened metal surface with silver inlay, originated in Bidar, Karnataka.
QUESTION 9 OF 13
Dhokra art, an ancient lost-wax metal casting technique, is particularly practiced by tribal artisans in states including West Bengal, Odisha, and:
Explanation: Dhokra art, an ancient lost-wax metal casting technique, is practiced by tribal artisans in West Bengal, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.
QUESTION 10 OF 13
The traditional craft of Blue Pottery is particularly associated with which Rajasthani city?
Explanation: Blue Pottery, a traditional craft, is particularly associated with Jaipur.
QUESTION 11 OF 13
The traditional art of "Meenakari" enamel work, particularly associated with Jaipur jewelry, involves decorating metal surfaces with:
Explanation: Meenakari enamel work, associated with Jaipur jewelry, involves decorating metal surfaces with colored enamel in intricate patterns.
QUESTION 12 OF 13
The classical Indian art of "Zardozi" embroidery uses which materials to create rich, ornate patterns?
Explanation: Zardozi embroidery uses metallic gold and silver threads to create rich, ornate patterns.
QUESTION 13 OF 13
The traditional Indian textile technique "Jamdani" weaving, recognized by UNESCO, is particularly associated with Bengal and produces textiles known for:
Explanation: Jamdani weaving, recognized by UNESCO, is associated with Bengal and produces fine muslin with intricate woven motifs.
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