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SECTION ‘A’ READING : 8 MARKS 1. Read the given passage carefully and choose the most appropriate option. Producing silk is a lengthy process and demands close attention. First , quality feed for silkworms 8 & I needs to be cultivated Then the worms need to be carefully hand-reared in controlled environmental conditions till the pupae spin the silk cocoons. The silk is extracted by human hand and then woven into fabric. C(South India is the leading silk-producing area of the country, also known for its famous silk- weaving enclaves like Kanchipuram, Dharmavaram and Arni. The traditional handloom silk always scores over the powerlooms in the richness of their textures and design, in their individuality, character and classic beauty. Handloom weaving remains a symbol of the versatility and creativity of living craft. Today, Indian silks, especially the handloom products remain the most beautiful and cherished world over. It is estimated that almost 85 percent of the price of silk in the market goes back to communities that are engaged in sericulture and silk industry as the entire families are involved in production rather than one bread winner. It plays a huge role in the upliftment of communities from poverty to prosperity. If the consumption of silk increases, the entire village tends to prosper. The final part of silk production is the weaving of the fabric which is considered more of an art than an act. These communities depend solely on weaving silk for their livelihood and the distinct regions have developed their own character of weaving silk to establish indelible identities for themselves. Silk has been intermingled with the life and culture of the Indians. Though India is producing all the varieties of silk, i.e., dress materials, scarves/stoles, readymade garments, etc., the silk sarees are unique. The saree is almost synonymous with the word silk. It has been the traditional costume of Indian woman since time immemorial) There are innumerable references in Indian literature about this draped garment and the style of wearing differs from time to time, region to region and people to people. The silk sarees of India are among the excellent craftsmanship of the weavers of the country.
Answer the following questions.
a) What is the first step in silk production ? b) How are the worms taken care of? c) Which is the most famous silk ? d) Name a few famous South Indian silk producing centres ? e) How does silk help in the upliftment of communities? A) What is the traditional costume of Indian women ? g) Which is the final part of silk weaving? h) What examples have the weavers of the country set for themselves?​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. The first step in silk production is to cultivate quality feed for silkworms.
2. The worms are carefully hand- reared in controlled environmental conditions till the pupae spin the silk cocoons.
3. Th south India silk- Kanchipuram.
4. Dharamavaram
5. Almost 85% of the price of silk in the market goes back to communities that are engaged in sericulture and silk industry, which plays a huge role in the upliftment of communities.
6. Saree has been the traditional costume of an Indian woman.
7. The final part of silk production is the weaving of the fabric which is considered more of an art than an act.
8. The silk sarees of India are among the excellent craftmanship of weavers of the country that is now set as an example for themselves.

Answer 2

Answer:

1The first step in silk production is to cultivate quality feed for silkworms.

2The worms are carefully hand- reared in controlled environmental conditions till the pupae spin the silk cocoons.

3The south India silk- Kanchipuram.

4Dharamavaram

5Almost 85% of the price of silk in the market goes back to communities that are engaged in sericulture and silk industry, which plays a huge role in the upliftment of communities.

6Saree has been the traditional costume of an Indian woman.

7The final part of silk production is the weaving of the fabric which is considered more of an art than an act.

8The silk sarees of India are among the excellent craftmanship of weavers of the country that is now set as an example for themselves.

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