UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 75
Consider the following towns of India:
- Bhadrachalam
- Chanderi
- Kancheepuram
- Karnal
Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees/fabric?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Chanderi and Kancheepuram have renowned weaving traditions; Bhadrachalam and Karnal are not typically named as major traditional-sari weaving centres.
Statement/Pair-wise Analysis:
Statement/Item 1: Incorrect - Bhadrachalam is chiefly known as a pilgrimage centre, not a named traditional-sari weave.
Statement/Item 2: Correct - Chanderi in Madhya Pradesh is famous for fine silk-cotton textiles and saris.
Statement/Item 3: Correct - Kancheepuram in Tamil Nadu is renowned for silk saris.
Statement/Item 4: Incorrect - Karnal in Haryana is not a principal centre of an eponymous traditional silk sari.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/item 1; omits correct statement/item 3.
B: Correct - includes all and only the correct items.
C: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/item 1.
D: Incorrect - includes incorrect statement/items 1, 4; omits correct statement/item 2.