Q. Ajrakh textile craft, recently seen in news, is mainly associated with which state?
Answer:
Gujarat
Notes: The Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks awarded the Geographical Indication certificate to 'Kutch Ajrakh' artisans from Gujarat. Ajrakh, a textile craft deeply rooted in Gujarat's culture, especially in Kutch, Sindh, and Barmer, involves intricate hand-block printing on cotton cloth. Its name derives from 'Azrak', meaning indigo, a key dye used. Traditionally, Ajrakh prints symbolize sky (blue), land and fire (red), and stars (white), reflecting rich symbolism and history.