Question

Highlight the similarities of dress between India and her neighbours.

Answer

Similarities of dress between India and her neighbours are:

  • Kurta-pyjama is common in both India and Nepal.
  • Saree is worn in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
  • Pathani suit is worn by muslims in Pakistan as well as India.
  • Mekhla-chaddar of north-east India is similar to dress of Nepal, Myanmar and China.