Question

The styles mentioned below fall under the resist style of printing in textiles.
A. Batik
B. Tie and Dye
C. Dabu
D. Digital
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, B and D only
• B. A, B and C only
• C. A, B, C and D
• D. B, C and D only

Hint:

Resist printing blocks dye penetration in selected areas. Examples: Batik, Tie and Dye, and Dabu. Digital printing is non-resist.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding resist printing.
Resist style of printing is a method where certain portions of the fabric are covered with a resist material (wax, mud, paste, or tied threads) so that dyes cannot penetrate those areas. After dyeing, the resist is removed, leaving behind unique patterns.
Step 2: Batik.
Batik uses wax as a resist. Wax is applied on specific areas, fabric is dyed, then wax is removed, leaving resist patterns. Thus, Batik is a resist method.
Step 3: Tie and Dye.
In tie and dye, threads or strings are tied tightly around sections of fabric. When dyed, tied portions resist the dye, producing characteristic circular or banded patterns. Thus, Tie and Dye is a resist technique.
Step 4: Dabu.
Dabu is a traditional Indian mud-resist printing technique, where mud mixed with resin and gum is applied on fabric, which resists dyes during coloring. After washing, beautiful patterns are revealed. Thus, Dabu is also a resist style.
Step 5: Digital printing.
Digital printing involves inkjet technology to directly print colors onto fabric. It does not use any resist material and therefore is not a resist printing style.
Step 6: Conclusion.
Hence, Batik (A), Tie and Dye (B), and Dabu (C) fall under resist printing, while Digital (D) does not.