Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) Carpet weaving
Explanation:
• Bhadohi district in Uttar Pradesh is globally renowned for its hand-knotted carpet industry.
• It is often called the 'Carpet City' and is home to the largest hand-knotted carpet weaving industry hub in South Asia.
• The carpets from this region have been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
• The craft dates back to the 16th century during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
• A significant portion of the carpets produced here is exported to countries like the USA and Germany.
Information Booster:
• The Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT), the only one of its kind in Asia, is located in Bhadohi.
• The industry provides employment to lakhs of artisans in the Brij and eastern UP region.
Additional Knowledge:
Saree weaving (Option a)
• Famous in Varanasi (Banarasi Sarees) and Mubarakpur.
Glazed pottery (Option c)
• Famous in Khurja (Bulandshahr district).
Chikankari (Option d)
• The traditional embroidery style of Lucknow.
So the correct answer is (b)
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