Finest Variety of Muslin

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The finest variety of muslin was called:

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The finest variety of muslin was called:

  1. Khadi
  2. Malmal ✓ Correct
  3. Calico
  4. Chintz
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The finest variety of muslin was called malmal. Foreign travellers also referred to it as malmal shahi or malmal khas, implying it was worn by or fit for royalty.

Key Points:
  • Muslin originated in Bengal, particularly around Dhaka (Dacca).
  • It was an exquisite type of cotton textile with worldwide fame.
  • These industries were systematically destroyed under British colonial rule.

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