Which one of the following cities in India is famous for gold wire embroidery on silk sarees?

Agra

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Varanasi

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Srinagar

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Tatanagar

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C Varanasi
Varanasi in India is famous for gold wire embroidery on silk sarees. Sarees made here are called Banaras sarees. These sarees are known for the finest silk with gold or silver zari and embroidery.
Other features are gold work, compact weaving, figures with small details, metallic visual effects, pallus, jal (a net like pattern), and mina work. It involves Mughal inspired floral and foliate motifs.

Suggest Corrections