Q. Which place of Bengal is well–known for the traditional handloom (tant) saris?
Answer:
Shantipur
Notes: The Times of India says that Dhaniakhali, Shantipur and Phulia are well–known for the traditional handloom (tant) saris of West Bengal. "In Dhaniakhali block every household has at least one loom. The sari produced here is named after the place". An ordinary Dhaniakhali sari takes a minimum of two days (10–12 hours each day), to be woven, and the weaver collects Rs. 50 for it. It then sells for Rs. 100 in the market. Mamata Banerjee, the West Bengal chief minister, generally wears only Dhaniakhali tant sari and has become a popular 'brand ambassador'.