Which indian state is the largest producer in the world of golden coloured muga silk?
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Assam is the largest producer in the world of golden coloured muga silk
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Assam.
The golden coloured Muga silk is a type of wild silk that has been geographically tagged to the state.
It is renowned for its natural yellowish-golden texture and superb durability.
It also has a glossy and shimmering tint.
Earlier, it was reserved for royalty usage only.
The larvae of the silkmoth in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley consume aromatic som and sualu leaves.
The silk can be also be dyed after performing bleaching.
It can also be hand-washed and its lustre improves after each wash.
The silk finds usage in the manufacture of items like mekhalas, saris, etc.
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