Question

Chintz term is used for ........... textiles.

• A. Embroidered
• B. Woven
• C. Space dyed
• D. Both painted and printed

Hint:

Chintz = Indian printed/painted cotton → floral patterns, exported widely to Europe.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Origin of chintz.
Chintz is a printed or painted calico fabric originating in India.
The word "chintz" comes from the Hindi word "chheent" meaning spotted or variegated.
Step 2: Characteristics of chintz.
Chintz fabrics are decorated with floral and geometric patterns, either block-printed or hand-painted.
They became very popular in Europe during the 17th–18th centuries.
Step 3: Option analysis.
- (A) Embroidered: Wrong, chintz is not embroidered.
- (B) Woven: Wrong, base is woven cotton but chintz refers to the surface decoration.
- (C) Space dyed: Wrong, not related.
- (D) Both painted and printed: Correct, chintz is painted or printed cotton fabric.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, chintz refers to both painted and printed textiles.