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[#236] Which Paranda is very famous in Punjab?
Correct Answer

(C) Patiala

Explanation

Solution: Paranda is one of the traditional handicrafts of Punjab. It is a colourful hanging worn by the Punjabi women in their hair. Most of the Punjabi women have long hair, which they plait and then tie a paranda at the end. Parandas are available with a great variety of designs and colours. They are made out of a bunch of silk threads, woven with other skillful works. Patiala paranda like Patiala salwar is very famous all over the Punjab.

[#237] What do you mean by 'Tehmat'?
Correct Answer

(B) Lungi with Kurta

Explanation

Solution: Churidar and Kurta is the most common costume among Punjabi women. Salwar Kameez is another traditional costume of Punjab. Men generally wear the traditional dress of Kurta and Pajama. Some men also wear the traditional tehmat i.e Lungi with Kurta.

[#238] Name the holy site(s) which is/are rich in collection of mural paintings.
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: Some holy sites like Harmandir Sahib, Tower of Baba Atal Rai, Ranjit Singh Museum and the Akhara Bala Nand have some of the best mural paintings. The holy site of Golden Temple or the Harmandir Sahib have about 300 striking works of art.

[#239] Punjab is famous for its intricate leather crafts which include
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: Punjab is famous for its leather craft that range from handbags, juttis, kohlapuris and khusa shoes. These are popular not only in Punjab, but also in other states. Punjabi juttis are famous world over for their intricate designs and high quality.

[#240] Weaving of the vegetable fibres to make wicker articles for daily use from 'Osier Bast'. A straw commonly known as
Correct Answer

(C) Sarkanda

Explanation

Solution: Basketry is a famous handicraft in most of the parts of Punjab. A thick, elastic grass straw Osier Bast, commonly known as Sarkanda, is interwoven with bast, reeds, rushes and corn husks to make baskets. The hand fan, popularly known as Peshawari Pankkha, is one of the most popular and handmade product of it.