AJRAKH

Discover the Rich Heritage of Ajrakh Printing

Test your knowledge about Ajrakh, the ancient textile art form that has captivated generations with its intricate designs and vibrant colors. This quiz will take you through various aspects of Ajrakh, from its historical significance to the techniques behind its stunning patterns.

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History and origin of Ajrakh
Symbolism in designs
Community and cultural significance

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How old is this form of textile print?

This form of textile print is as old as the cultivation of cotton plant and the Indus Valley Civilization

Early 19th Century -Textile Revolution

Commercial production & cultivation of Indigo in 1777

What do these trefoil patterns from this Ajrakh print signify

Edifice depicting the fusion of the three sun discs of the gods-Sun, water& the Earth

Three petal clover leaf

Inspired by the Islamic architecture's intricate jali windows

What kind of design motifs can be found in Ajrakhs of Kutch

Vegetal,floral, animal patterns(peacock,elephant

Leaves and floral pattern

Squares and sharp diamonds connected

What prescribed format do true Ajrakh print from Kachchh follow?

The ends of the cloth are dyed red, whilst the longer sides are kept blue, outermost section across the ends of the cloth incorporating mada gulo("female flowers") seperated by tinaro("three white lines"

When the ends of the cloth dyed blue, whilst the longer sides are kept red

The corners dyed red along with border blocks to delineate the central field

Which region are these Ajrakh motifs from ?

Karachi-Hyderabad region Sindh,Pakistan

Kutch, Gujrat

Gandhinagar, Gujrat

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

What does it signify when someone wears an Ajrakh ?

Ajrakh - being integral part of Sindhi Culture and nationalism, worn by all levels of the society held high in esteem

Ajrakh signifies the emphasis of natural dye Indigo and the simplicity it represents

It signifies beauty and intricacy of the detailed geometric patterns worn with pride

Ajrakh's quality and richness of the print indicates status and wealth of the wearer

What do these trefoil patterns from this Ajrakh print signify

Edifice depicting the fusion of the three sun discs of the gods-Sun, water& the Earth

Three petal clover leaf-for good luck

Inspired by the Islamic architecture's intricate jali windows

Which communities from the western most part of Rajasthan adopted Ajrakh?

Langhas & Mangnyars

Bishnois of Rajasthan

Gurjars

Bhils & Kalvi

What does the word Ajrakh mean ?

Aaj ke din rakh-Keep it for the day

Ajrakh means pure Indigo

It means Several strenuous steps

Ajrakh means pride

How would you derive an orangish -yellow shade in Ajrakh?

Pomegranate rinds & turmeric

Beetroots and turmeric

Red Autumn leaves

AJRAKH

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