Consider the following towns of India : 1. Bhadrachalam 2. Chanderi

Consider the following towns of India :

1. Bhadrachalam
2. Chanderi
3. Kancheepuram
4. Karnal

Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees/fabric?

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Chanderi and Kancheepuram are well-known centres in India famous for the production of traditional sarees and fabrics. Chanderi is known for its lightweight sarees woven with silk and cotton, while Kancheepuram is renowned for its heavy silk sarees with rich zari work.

– Bhadrachalam is a significant pilgrimage town in Telangana, primarily known for its temple dedicated to Lord Rama, not textiles.
– Karnal is a city in Haryana, known for agriculture and industry, but not traditionally famous for sarees or fabrics.

Traditional handloom weaving is a significant part of India’s cultural heritage, with numerous towns and regions specializing in distinct styles of sarees and fabrics like Banarasi silk, Mysore silk, Pochampally Ikat, Paithani, etc.

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