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

In: The Garment Economy

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  • Shalini Wadhwa

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

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.

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  • Shalini Wadhwa, 2023. "Cotton Textile Industry in Ancient India (Tools, Techniques, and Organization)," Springer Texts in Business and Economics, in: Michelle Brandstrup & Léo-Paul Dana & Daniella Ryding & Gianpaolo Vignali & Myriam Caratù (ed.), The Garment Economy, pages 579-630, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sptchp:978-3-031-33302-6_28
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-33302-6_28
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