Traditional Indian Jewelry Quiz
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What type of wire is used to create a Nath?

  • Plastic wire
  • Cotton string
  • Golden or silver wire (correct)
  • Bronze wire

    • Which ornament is described as having a clove shape and is made on fine golden or silver wire?

  • Nath
  • Kanta
  • Besari
  • Laung (correct)

    • What is the primary material used in the construction of a Besari ornament?

  • Golden wire (correct)
  • Plastic beads
  • Cotton yarn
  • Wood

    • Which type of ornament is characterized by having a small hole made between the teeth?

    <p>Choonp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following necklaces is prevalent among urban females?

    <p>Chandrahar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguishes a Bhanvra ornament from other nose ornaments?

    <p>It is larger than Laung.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is described as a plate made of gold or silver found in teeth?

    <p>Rakhan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary decorative element in a Haar ornament?

    <p>Precious gems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is specifically designed for children?

    <p>Kanthla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what manner is a Besari ornament typically worn?

    <p>Tied to the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'Hansli' ornament?

    <p>To prevent dislocation of bones among children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is traditionally associated with wealthy women in ancient times?

    <p>Muktmala/Sumargi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material is predominantly used in creating 'Timaniya' or 'Dhamnyo'?

    <p>Silver and gold strings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region is the 'Hamel' ornament particularly popular?

    <p>Shekhawati</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the structure of the 'Thussi' ornament?

    <p>It is a bit heavier and bigger than other necklaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament features a locket attached to a thick chain?

    <p>Kanthi/Chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Ramnabhi' primarily used for?

    <p>As a decorative long pendant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of 'Muktmala'?

    <p>Beads made of pearls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is known for being a thick circular necklace?

    <p>Thussi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the 'Kanthi/Chain' from other necklaces?

    <p>The presence of a locket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Khungali or Hasli primarily made of?

    <p>Gold or Silver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is typically worn by a bride during the 4th phera?

    <p>Aad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Mangalsutra?

    <p>Symbol of matrimony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of beads is the Mangalsutra made of?

    <p>Black beads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is often worn alongside Tulsi?

    <p>Timaniya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary material used to create Barjati?

    <p>Cloth and gold balls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which film popularized the Aad ornament?

    <p>Jodha Akbar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Mangal Sutra' representative of in a wedding context?

    <p>Marital status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of the Bor/Borla ornament?

    <p>It has a granular front part and a hook on the back.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material is the Rakhdi similar to?

    <p>Bor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Bindi/Tiki traditionally worn?

    <p>Center of the forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ornament is referred to as Maimand?

    <p>Ornament worn on the forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the Karnfool ornament?

    <p>It is flower-like and studded with precious stones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Peepal Patra ornament require for it to be worn?

    <p>A piercing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is attached to the Jhumka?

    <p>Bajati</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shape is the Oganiya ornament designed to resemble?

    <p>Beetle leaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common usage of the term 'Chuda Ratna'?

    <p>Ornaments worn on the head and forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is described as 'interlocked with hair locks'?

    <p>Gophan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ornament is a 'Borla'?

    <p>Ornament shaped like a round bowl worn on the forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is specifically worn around the neck?

    <p>Kanthmala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary material for 'Sheeshfool'?

    <p>Gold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a type of ornament for the ears?

    <p>Chandanhar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify an ornament that is associated with the waist.

    <p>Nupur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is commonly worn on the feet?

    <p>Payal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Hathphool' refer to?

    <p>A ceremonial hand ornament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is likely to be decorated with colored stones?

    <p>Muktmala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes 'Navratna' from other types of ornaments?

    <p>It features nine precious gems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of ornament for the fingers?

    <p>Anguthi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify an ornament typically worn on the forehead and tied at the base of the head.

    <p>Shishfool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ornament is designed to be worn on both hands?

    <p>Hathphool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of ornament is 'Nath'?

    <p>Worn on the nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of ornament worn around the arms?

    <p>Kada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Head & Forehead Ornaments

    • Maimand, Borla: Head ornaments, used in folk songs
    • Phini, Sheeshfool: Variety of head ornaments
    • Rakhdi, Tikda, Teeka, Tiddi, Bhalko: Types of head ornaments worn over vermillion (Sindur)
    • Sankli, Tavit, Bindi, Gophan, Chhuda Ratna: Other head ornaments

    Nose Ornaments

    • Nath: Nose pin
    • Laung, Kanta, Chuni, Chop, Baari, Besari, Bhanvra: Various nose ornaments
    • Kanta: Wire or small key pendant nose ornament.
    • Bhanvra: Bigger than a clove, worn by Bishnoi women.

    Ear Ornaments

    • Karnfool, Jhela, Jhamela, Phool: Flower-shaped ear ornaments
    • Jhumka, Surliya, Angotiya, Bali, Patti, Bajati, Latkan, Gudada, Murkiya: Different types of ear ornaments like jhumkas, earrings, and decorative elements.
    • Peepal Patra: Gold/silver ring worn on the upper part of the ear, piercing needed
    • Bajati: Attached to Jhumka

    Nose Ornaments

    • Nath: Attached to Memand via chain
    • Laung: Clove-shaped ornament made of fine metal wire, with precious gems fixed
    • Kanta: Gold or silver wire, small silver or golden key fixed on the ornament
    • Bhanvra: Bigger than a clove, worn by Bishnoi women
    • Besari: Golden wire, peacock imposed, tied to women's head by a thread

    Foot Ornaments

    • Jhanjhar, Kada, Toda, Tanka, Anka, Anvla, Payal, Ramjhol / Payjeb, Langar, Nupur, Nevri, Tedhadh: Foot ornaments

    Toes Ornaments

    • Gor, Golma, Angutha, Pagpan, Folri, Bichiya: Toes ornaments

    Teeth Ornaments

    • Rakhan, Choonp: Teeth ornaments made of gold or silver

    Neck Ornaments

    • Thussi, Bajti, Chandramala, Kanthmala, Matarmala, Mohanmala, Muktmala/Sumargi, Haar, Hamel, Halro, Hansli/Hungali, Haakar, Champakali, Kanthsari, Kanthi, Jalro, Jugawali, Mangalsutra, Mandaliya, Chandanhar, Choki, Nibori, Thamniya, Aad, Thussi, Pachaldi, Poth, Ramnavmi, Tanti: Variety of neck ornaments
    • Jhalra: made of gold or silver string with metal balls
    • Kanthla: Small triangular or rectangular leaves, made of gold or silver, worn by children
    • Tanti: Worn on the name of a God or Goddess.
    • Kanthi/Chain: Thick gold chain with locket. Popular in Marwar.
    • Muktmala/Sumargi: Bead made of pearls, worn by rich households
    • Hansli: Thick circular necklace, made of gold or silver. Prevents the bone 'hansli' from dislocating in rural areas.
    • **Thussi:**Heavier and bigger necklace, generally in square shape; made of threads of gold.
    • Timaniya/Dhamnyo/Aad/Tedyo: Ornament made of gold threads attached to golden sticks
    • Ramnabhi: Long golden pendant with Mandaliyas on both sides
    • Hamel: Golden necklace shaped ornament, popular in Shekhawati
    • Khungali/Hasli: Circular gold/silver ornament, square in centre, hooks on the sides
    • Barjati: On a strip of cloth, small balls of gold woven
    • Aad: Given to bride during the 4th phera from maternal side; popularized after movie Jodha Akbar
    • Tulsi: Bead of pearls, worn with Timaniya and Thussi
    • Mangalsutra: Black bead necklace, symbol of matrimony

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