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    England passed a law in the sixteenth century which compelled all persons over six years of age, except those of high position, to wear woollen caps made in England, on Sundays and all holidays. What was the reason for this law?

    a. Because of the cold weather in England
    b. Because of the popularity of French-imported velvet caps
    c. Because of support for home woollen industry

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    Why did Mahatma Gandhi adopt chaddar and loincloth as his dress?

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    What is a cockade?

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    Tightly-laced, small-waisted women were admired as attractive, elegant and graceful in Victorian England. Which of the following clothing norms reflected these ideals?

    a. Stays
    b. Culottes
    c. Corsets

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    Which of the following Indians was known for the defiance of the 'shoe respect rule'?

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    In which of the following places did the British insist on Indian's taking off their shoes in the 19th century?

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    Who was associated with the popularity of the Brahmika sari?

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    Which of the following statements is/are correct?

    a. Many women began campaigning for dress reform as the suffrage movement developed.
    b. American women argued that women could work, earn and become independent if their clothes were comfortable.
    c. Lucy Stone was the first dress reformer to launch loose tunics worn over ankle-length trousers.

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    Which of the following is/are correct about the Sumptuary Laws of France?

    a. These laws imposed social codes of food and dress upon different strata of society in France.
    b. They prevented social inferiors from wearing certain clothes and consuming certain foods and beverages associated with the aristocracy.
    c. According to these laws, only the rich could wear expensive materials like ermine and fur or silk, velvet and brocade.

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    The turban in India was worn for protection from heat, but it was also a sign of

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    Why were women of the Shanar caste attacked by the Nairs in public places in the southern princely state of Travancore in 1822?

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    Khadi became the symbol of ___________ during the National Movement.

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    When did Gandhiji adopt the short dhoti as a form of dress, which he wore till his death?

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    Which of the following statements is correct?

  • Question 15
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    Who recommended chapkan or a long buttoned coat as the most suitable dress for men?

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