Cotton Textile Industry in Ancient India (Tools, Techniques, and Organization)

Shalini Wadhwa ()
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Shalini Wadhwa: SVKM’s NMIMS Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering

A chapter in The Garment Economy, 2023, pp 579-630 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract India’s rich textile legacy, dating back to ancient times, encompasses over 136 diverse weaving styles. Cotton, well-suited for the country’s hot and humid climate, became the primary source of employment after agriculture. The cotton industry, integral to ancient Indian life, involved intricate processes like ginning, carding, spinning, weaving, dyeing, and printing. In ancient scriptures, weaving—comprising warp (tana) and weft (bana)—was metaphorically linked to human existence. Mahatma Gandhi, recognizing this cultural significance, integrated the spinning wheel (charkha) into India’s freedom struggle. This study delves into the tools and techniques employed in ancient India for dyeing, printing, and weaving cotton, shedding light on fascinating weaves, prints, and textile patterns. It underscores India’s historical leadership in textile technology, production, and organization, highlighting a vibrant and enduring tradition.

Keywords: Cotton textile; Technology; Fashion; Organization; Weave; India (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-33302-6_28

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