Consider the following towns of India:
- Bhadrachalam
- Chanderi
- Kancheepuram
- Karnal
Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees / fabric?
Detailed Explanation:
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: Bhadrachalam (Telangana) is a major pilgrimage site famous for Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple, not for traditional saree or fabric production.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Chanderi (Madhya Pradesh) is renowned for Chanderi sarees and fabrics, characterized by lightweight texture, sheer feel, and fine zari work on silk and cotton.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Kancheepuram (Tamil Nadu) is world-famous for hand-woven Kancheepuram silk sarees, distinguished by heavy silk, contrasting borders, and temple-inspired motifs.
❌ Statement 4 – Incorrect: Karnal (Haryana) is known for agricultural production (rice) and National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), not for traditional textile manufacturing.
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