Bihar Special GK PYQ 485 of 603 · Art and Culture

In the context of Indian handicrafts, what is ‘Sujini’ in Bihar?

  1. AA type of glassware
  2. BA metal craft
  3. CA type of embroidery
  4. DA type of clay pottery

69th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2023

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Correct answer: (c) A type of embroidery

Explanation

In the context of Indian handicrafts, ‘Sujini’ is a type of embroidery, which has also received a GI tag. Sujini embroidery is also known as Sujani. It originated from Bhusura village in Bihar. Notably, it was initially considered a form of making quilts and blankets, in which old saris and dhotis were used as a creative canvas. The cloth was folded three or four times, and then simple stitches were applied on the used fabrics to give them a new look.

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