Weaving

The correct answer is (C): Statement I is true but Statement II is false

The correct answer is (C): B, A, C, E, D

The correct answer is (D): A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

The correct answer is (B): Chenille yarns

The correct answer is (D): Gauge

The correct answer is (A): Gujarat

The sack method is not commonly used for dyeing textiles. The batch, jig, and pad methods are all traditional techniques used for applying dyes to fabrics.

The dobby weave is used to create small, geometric, textured designs such as bird’s-eye pique. This weave requires a special loom attachment and is used for fabrics with intricate patterns.

The correct sequence of operations on a loom is: 1. Cloth is wound on the beam (A).
2. Harness raises a certain number of warp threads (C).
3. Shuttle throws the filling yarn through the shed (B).
4. Reed pushes the filling yarn back (D).

- Calendering (A) is the process of pressing fabric between rollers to achieve smoothness and luster (I).
- Schreinerizing (B) creates fine patterns on the fabric surface using engraved rollers (II).
- Mercerizing (C) is an ironing process that improves the fabric's luster and strength (III).
- Embossing (D) uses engraved rollers to create a design or pattern on the fabric surface (IV).

A floating weave allows certain warp or filling yarns to "float" over others. Twill, Satin, and Rib are floating weaves, whereas Huckaback is a type of weave used for towels, characterized by a solid structure, not a floating one.