Which of the following is NOT one of the three major types of indigenous wild silks produced in Assam?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Kausheya Pat

Explanation:

• Kausheya Pat is NOT one of the three major indigenous wild silks produced in Assam.
• It is a Sanskrit term sometimes used in ancient texts to refer to fine silk, but it is not a distinct type of silk native to Assam.

Three Major Indigenous Wild Silks of Assam:

Golden Muga Silk

Exclusive to Assam.

• Known for its natural golden sheen.
• Produced by the Antheraea assamensis silkworm.
• Symbol of Assam's silk heritage and royal status.

White Pat Silk

• Produced by Bombyx mori silkworms.
• Known for its brilliant white color and smooth texture.
• Commonly used in traditional Assamese attire like mekhela chador.

Warm Eri Silk

• Known as the “Ahimsa silk” because the silkworm is not killed during production.
• Produced from Samia ricini worms.
• Soft, warm, and durable, ideal for winter garments.

Information Booster:

• Assam is the only region in the world that produces all three types of wild silks.
• The state is renowned for its rich sericulture tradition and has global recognition for Muga silk.
• Sualkuchi, a town in Assam, is known as the "Manchester of the East" for its silk weaving.
• ​Assam received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Muga silk in 2007.​