Traditional Clothing of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra

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What is a characteristic feature of the women's costumes in Madhya Pradesh?

Use of bright colors like yellow and orange

Nauvari draping style

Embellishments with mirrors and sequins

Handwoven Maheshwari and Chanderi Sarees (correct)

Which material is commonly used in the men's traditional attire of Maharashtra?

Silk

Cotton (correct)

Wool

Polyester

What accessory is traditionally worn by women in Madhya Pradesh?

Khamen Chatpa

Pagri

Odhani (correct)

Pheta

What is a defining feature of the Nauvari saree worn in Maharashtra?

Draped like a dhoti Signup and view all the answers

Which type of jewelry is commonly used by women in Manipur?

Silver jewellery Signup and view all the answers

What traditional attire do men in Manipur wear during special occasions?

Khamen Chatpa Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is typically not associated with the traditional costumes of Madhya Pradesh?

Lightweight materials Signup and view all the answers

What is a usual feature of men's clothing in Madhya Pradesh?

Mandarin collar Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used for the women's Jainsem garment?

Handwoven cotton or silk Signup and view all the answers

Which accessory is commonly worn with the Puan in Mizoram?

Tawlkhawm shawl Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the Jymphong worn by men in Meghalaya?

Sleeveless coat with yellow lines and floral motifs Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the beaded necklace worn by women in Nagaland?

Pfemhou Signup and view all the answers

How is the Mekhela secured around the waist?

Secured with a belt Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the Khandua Saree popular in Odisha?

Hand-knit ikat with tied warp and weft Signup and view all the answers

What is the traditional headgear worn by men in Mizoram?

Vakiria Signup and view all the answers

Which feature distinguishes the Puan from other garments?

Distinctive pleating style Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of the Pochampally sarees?

They utilize a weaving technique known as ikkat. Signup and view all the answers

Which accessory is typically worn by women in Telangana?

Gold jewellery Signup and view all the answers

What item of clothing is worn by men in Uttar Pradesh during special occasions?

Sherwani Signup and view all the answers

What describes the Rignai worn by women in Tripura?

It resembles a draped skirt. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used for traditional clothing in Uttar Pradesh?

Cotton or silk Signup and view all the answers

Which traditional clothing item is draped over the shoulder by men in multiple regions mentioned?

Angavastram Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Dhoti worn by men in multiple regions?

It has simple patterns or borders. Signup and view all the answers

What type of patterns can be found on the Angavastram?

Intricate designs Signup and view all the answers

What is typically worn by women in Uttarakhand along with a saree?

Angra Signup and view all the answers

Which material is NOT commonly associated with the Bengali Korial or Garad sarees?

Wool Signup and view all the answers

What feature distinguishes the Kurta worn by men in Uttarakhand?

Long shirt up to the knees Signup and view all the answers

Which accessory is commonly worn by married women in Uttarakhand?

Hansuli Signup and view all the answers

What traditional attire do Bengali men typically wear for weddings?

Garad silk kurta in shades of beige Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of the Shanka Palaa accessory?

It consists of a pair of white and red bangles. Signup and view all the answers

Which material is NOT mentioned for men's traditional wear in Punjab?

Wool Signup and view all the answers

What is a common embellishment detail found on women's Salwar Kameez in Punjab?

Phulkari embroidery designs Signup and view all the answers

Which traditional women's garment is characterized by its combination of a full-length skirt and a short blouse in Tamil Nadu?

Half saree Signup and view all the answers

What type of embroidery work is traditionally associated with Rajasthani women's Ghagra-choli?

Bandhani and gota patti Signup and view all the answers

Which accessory is traditionally worn by men in Sikkim?

Dhaka Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the Kho or Bakhu in Sikkim?

It is a loose, cloak-style garment fastened at the neck. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a traditional accessory worn by women in Punjab?

Mojari Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Madhya Pradesh

Women typically wear Lehenga-choli and sarees made of cotton or silk.
Popular colors include black and red.
Known for handwoven Maheshwari and Chanderi sarees.
Women accessories include an Odhani (scarf).
Men wear Dhoti Kurta and Pyjama made of cotton or silk.
Dhoti and kurta are usually white.
Sherwani is worn for special occasions and weddings.
Men accessories include Mirjai/Bandi (jacket) and Safa (turban).

Maharashtra

Women wear the Nauvari (9 yard sari) made of cotton, silk, or other fine fabrics.
The saree is draped with one section worn like a dhoti and the other draped over the shoulder with a thick border.
Women accessories include bangles, earrings, and necklaces made of gold or silver.
Men wear Kurta Pyjama, or Dhotar (dhoti) made of cotton or silk.
Clothes are usually plain and white, sometimes decorated with silver or golden threads.
Men accessories include the Pheta (traditional hat) and handcrafted Kolhapuri chappals.

Manipur

Women wear the Innaphi and Phanek made of handwoven cotton or silk.
The Manipuri dress is woven with hand in horizontal line designs.
Women accessories include silver jewellery, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
Men wear Dhoti with a jacket or Khamen Chatpa (ritual dhoti) made of cotton.
The Khamen Chatpa is worn by those of higher social status.
Men accessories include the white turban called Pagri.

Meghalaya

Women wear the Jainsem made of handwoven cotton or silk.
The Jainsem is a cylindrical garment draped around the body and is usually worn with a long-sleeved jacket called "Jainkup" and a scarf called "Tapmohkhlieh".
Women accessories include silver jewellery, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
Men wear the Jymphong and Jainboh (red colour dhoti) made of handwoven cotton or silk for Jainsem, and wool for Tapmohkhlieh.
Jymphong is a long sleeveless coat decorated with yellow lines, floral motifs, and a symbolic red cock motif with a v-shaped neck.
It's typically deep blue in colour.
Men accessories include a metal sword and silver jewellery.

Mizoram

Women wear the Puan (wrap-around skirt) and Kawrchei or Thingchawng (a top).
Made of handwoven cotton, silk, or a blend of both.
Puan has a distinctive pleating style.
Kawrchei/Thingchawng is a blouse with a unique collar design.
Women accessories include the Tawlkhawm (shawl), traditional Mizo jewellery made of beads or silver, and the Vakiria (headgear made of bamboo and feathers).
Men wear the Puanchei/Puandum and Koteka/Khumbeu made of handwoven cotton or silk.
Both have a unique pleating style and collar with a buttoned-up front.
Men accessory is a thick Khuang shawl.

Nagaland

Women wear the Mekhela made of cotton and silk.
It's a long, cylindrical skirt wrapped around the waist and secured with a belt.
A colourful shawl called "lotha" is draped over the shoulder and fastened at the waist, completing the outfit.
Women accessories include a beaded necklace called "pfemhou" and bangles made of bamboo or brass.
Men wear the Kachari or Kho and Lotha made of cotton, silk, or wool.
Kachari is a wrap-around skirt-like cloth and lotha is a shawl, often adorned with tassels or fringes.
Men accessories include the Tenyimia (a woven bamboo hat adorned with feathers or other decorative items).

Odisha

Women wear the Sambhalpuri Saree and Khandua Saree made of cotton and silk.
Sambhalpuri sarees feature hand-knit ikat where the weft and warp are tied together before weaving.
Khandua Sarees are popular because Lord Jagannath's idol is decorated with them.
Women accessories include the Shanka Palaa (a pair of white and red bangles).
Men wear Dhoti Kurta, Pyjama, and Sherwani made of cotton and silk.
Sherwani is a popular choice for grooms.
Men accessories include the Gamcha.

Punjab

Women wear the Salwar Kameez made of cotton, silk, or chiffon.
Phulkari embroidery designs are featured on colourful scarfs or dupattas.
Women accessories include bangles, earrings, necklaces, paranda, and Juttis made of leather or fabric.
Men wear the Kurta Pyjama or Punjabi lungi called Tehmat/Tamba made of cotton and silk.
Some kurtas feature intricate embroidery and block prints.
Men accessories include embroidered Jutti made of leather and a Turban made of a long cloth wrapped around the head.

Rajasthan

Women wear the Ghagra-choli with Odhani made of lightweight cotton, silk, or chiffon.
Featured arts include Bandhani, block printing, gota patti, embroidery, and mirror work.
Women accessories include Mojari, chokers, bangles, and earrings made of gold, silver, or stones.
Men wear the Kurta Pyjama, Angrakha, and Dhoti made of cotton or silk.
Clothes feature curved bend turbans (Safa) and embroidery.
Men accessories include Mojari and a turban called Saafa.
Jewellery may also be worn, such as necklaces, earrings, etc.

Sikkim

Women wear the Kira made of handwoven fabric.
The Kira is a two-piece garment consisting of a long skirt and a blouse.
The skirt is ankle-length, with pleats at the waist and the blouse is usually short-sleeved.
Women accessories include a decorative wrap around the waist called "Kera," a shawl called "Khar," and jewellery like necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.
Men wear the Kho or Bakhu made of cotton, silk, crepe silk, organza, georgette, and patola silk.
The Kho or Bakhu is a loose, cloak-style garment that is fastened at the neck on one side and near the waist with a cloth belt.
Men often wear white or off-white shirts underneath the bakhu and pair them with trousers.
Sometimes men wear a cap called Toppa or Dhaka.

Tamil Nadu

Women wear the Kancheepuram saree and half saree made of cotton, silk, crepe silk, organza, georgette, and patola silk.
Half sarees, called pavada in Tamil Nadu, are a combination of a full-length skirt with a short blouse and a shawl known as Davani.
Zari work is prominently seen on the Kancheepuram sarees.
Women accessories include flowers in their hair.
Men wear Dhoti/Lungi, Kurta, and Angavastram made of cotton or silk.
Dhoti and lungi have simple patterns or borders.
Angavastram may have intricate designs and patterns.
Men accessories include Angavastram draped over the shoulder.

Telangana

Women wear the Langa Voni or Half Saree. Pochampally and Gadwal sarees are other popular sarees.
Made of cotton and silk.
Pochampally weave is also known as ikkat.
The saree colour is usually white, sometimes red or Maroon, Gold or Green added with gold ornaments.
Women accessories include gold jewellery and flowers in hair.
Men wear Dhoti/Panche/Lungi, Kurta, and Hyderabadi Sherwani made of cotton and silk.
Dhoti and Kurta are white in colour and have simple patterns or borders.
Angavastram may have intricate designs and patterns.
Sherwani is worn during marriages and grand functions.
Men accessories include Angavastram draped over the shoulder.

Tripura

Women wear the Rignai and Risa made of cotton or silk.
Rignai is like a draped skirt with each clan having different patterns.
Risa is worn by draping around the back twice to provide protection and support to the chest.
Women accessories include a necklace of coins, bangles, and a nose ring made of silver or bronze.
Men wear the Rikutu Gamcha with Kubai made of cotton or silk.
The Rikutu Gamcha (towel-like sheet of loincloth) is the daily work costume of full-grown men, topped off by a self-woven shirt called Kubai.
Men accessories include a pagri (turban) to combat the heat.

Uttar Pradesh

Women wear Sarees and salwar kameez made of cotton or silk.
The bride typically wears a lehenga choli on the wedding day and everyday wears a salwar kameez or saree.
Women accessories include traditional jewellery, bindis, mangal sutras and footwear like sandals or juttis.
Men wear Dhoti, Kurta, Pyjama, and Sherwani made of cotton and silk.
Dhoti and kurta are usually white in colour with the dhoti tucked in at the waist and pleated at the front and the kurta has a mandarin collar.
Sherwani is worn on special occasions and weddings.
Men accessories include sandals or mojaris.

Uttarakhand

Women wear Saree or salwar kameez made of cotton or wool.
The saree is worn on the front side with the pallu worn on the front and knotted on the shoulder.
A waistband made of cloth pulls the traditional look together.
The saree is worn with an Angra (full-sleeved blouse).
Women accessories include "Hansuli" (a type of silver or gold necklace worn by married women).
Men wear Kurta and Pyjama made of cotton or silk.
The kurta is a long shirt up to the knees, usually adorned with traditional designs.
It's paired with pyjamas (loose pants).
Men accessories include the Pahari Topi or pagri.

West Bengal

Women wear the Korial and Garad sarees made of Tussar Silk, Muslin Cotton, Kanth silk, and Murshidabad silks.
Bengali Korial and Garad sarees have bright red borders and stripes in the pallu offset against the undyed white silk.
Sarees often feature birds, flowers, and geometric prints.
Women accessories include Bengali ivory/conch shell and red lacquered bangles.
Men wear the Panjabi (equivalent to a Kurta) paired with a dhoti made of Tussar-silk, cotton-silk, or muga-silk.
The kurta is embroidered with kantha around the neckline and buttonholes.
Garad-silk kurtas in shades of beige, cream, and honey are the traditional wedding attire for Bengali men.
Men accessories include Juti or mojaris.

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