Question

Muga silk is the product of the silkworm, endemic to which state?
1. Tamil Nadu
2. Rajasthan
3. Uttar Pradesh
4. Assam

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Assam

The correct answer is Assam.

• Muga culture is endemic to Assam and is the largest producer of Muga silk in the world.
• Muga Silk has a GI tag as well.
• Assam produces all 4 varieties of silk, yet major emphases have been given in the production of Muga and Eri Silk.
• Assam Contributes 95% and 65% of the country’s total Muga and Eri production respectively.
• Assam is also famous for tea and a great resource of minerals and oil.

• Tamil Nadu is well known for its traditional silk sarees and dhotis weaved on handlooms.
• Rajasthan - Sanganeri Hand-Block Printing has got GI tag.
• Uttar Pradesh - Banaras Brocades and Saris have got GI tag.