Consider the following pairs:
| Craft | State |
|---|---|
| 1. Puthukkuli shawls | Tamil Nadu |
| 2. Sujni embroidery | Maharashtra |
| 3. Uppada Jamdani saris | Karnataka |
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer :
1 only
Solution :
Correct Answer: The correct option is 1 only.
Let us analyze each pair given in the question to determine its correctness:
1. Puthukkuli shawls — Tamil Nadu:
Puthukkuli (or Toda embroidery/Pukhoor) shawls are traditional embroidered shawls handcrafted by the Toda tribal community residing in the Nilgiri hills of Tamil Nadu. This embroidery style has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Therefore, Pair 1 is correct.
2. Sujni embroidery — Maharashtra:
Sujni (or Sujini) embroidery is a traditional form of quilt craft and embroidery originating from the region of Bihar (specifically Muzaffarpur), not Maharashtra. It has also received GI status representing Bihar. Therefore, Pair 2 is incorrect.
3. Uppada Jamdani saris — Karnataka:
Uppada Jamdani saris are famous handloom saris produced in Uppada, a town located in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, not Karnataka. This craft is well known for its fine cotton and intricate Jamdani weaving style. Therefore, Pair 3 is incorrect.
Conclusion:
Since only Pair 1 is correctly matched, the correct choice is 1 only.
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