Question

Which place is famous for sarees?
1. Khandwa
2. Orchha
3. Chanderi
4. Maihar

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Chanderi

The correct answer is Chanderi.

• Chanderi place is famous for sarees.
  • Chanderi sarees are fine, luxurious-looking saris from Madhya Pradesh, India. 
  • Chanderi, which is amongst the best-known handloom clusters, occupies a special place.
    • Because of its centuries-old weaving specialty of producing finely textured fabrics of silk and cotton embellished with zari woven work, and more specifically because of its saris that have been patronized by royalty.
  • Chanderi, a small town in Madhya Pradesh, is among the most popular handloom locations in India. 
  •  The thread used may be gold, silver, or copper, though the gold thread is the most popular option amongst the weavers.

• In traditional Chanderi sarees, there are two main distinguishing characteristics.
• The material will always be sheer and translucent in its look, while the designs and motifs displayed always show a strong influence of Chanderi temple art.
• Commonly seen motifs or buttis include peacocks, lotuses, coins, celestial figures, geometric patterns, artistic intertwining lines, and figures of animals.
• There are three main types of Chanderi sarees in India:
  • silk, cotton silk, and cotton
• Traditionally, both cotton and silk were combined using a complicated and intricate weaving process to produce a light, beautiful fabric that combined the best of both raw materials.