GS PrelimsHistory (Culture)Indian Heritage2018

Consider the following pairs: Craft - Heritage of 1. Puthukkuli shawls - Tamil Nadu 2. Sujni embroidery - Maharashtra 3. Uppada Jamdani saris - Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

1 and 2

C

3 only

D

2 and 3

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. Pair 1 is correct. Puthukkuli shawls are traditional embroidered shawls associated with the Toda tribe of the Nilgiri Hills in Tamil Nadu. They are known for their distinctive red, black, and white embroidery patterns. 2. Pair 2 is incorrect. Sujni embroidery is a traditional form of embroidery originating from Bihar, not Maharashtra. It often depicts rural motifs and social themes. 3. Pair 3 is incorrect. Uppada Jamdani saris are known for their unique weaving technique and lightweight fabric. They originate from Uppada in Andhra Pradesh, not Karnataka.

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