Patwari Exam · Rajasthan GK
Traditional Attire and Jewellery of Rajasthan
This note introduces Rajasthan's traditional attire and jewellery — turbans, ghagra-choli, bandhej, lahariya, jutti and more.
- Rajasthan GK
- 5 min read
Verified 6 October 2026 · Source: Rajasthan Tourism Department – attire and jewellery
Key Facts
- Men's attire
- Dhoti-kurta with a turban (safa); turbans are saffron-red in Marwar and red-white in Mewar.
- Women's attire
- Ghagra-choli-odhni, often in lahariya or bandhej patterns; red is a symbol of a married woman.
- Turban (pagri)
- Its colour and style of tying identify caste and region; the "Safa Bandhi" turban-tying competition is held in Jodhpur.
- Jewellery
- Includes the nath (nose ring), borla (forehead ornament), hansli, matarmala and bangles; Rajasthani jewellery has received a GI tag.
- Bandhej (tie-dye)
- Practised in Jaipur-Jodhpur; fabric is dyed after being tied in knots.
- Lahariya
- Practised in Jaipur; a wave-pattern dyeing associated with the monsoon season and the Teej festival.
- Ajrakh (Barmer)
- Hand-printed using natural dyes; a tradition linked to the Indus Valley Civilization.
- Jutti (mojari)
- Traditional Rajasthani leather footwear, made in Jodhpur-Jaipur; has a GI tag.
- Zari-gota
- An embroidery from Jaipur; uses gold-silver ribbon on wedding and festival garments.
- Shekhawati bandhej
- Bandhej odhnis in desert colours, made in Nagaur-Jhunjhunu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does red signify in Rajasthani women's clothing?+
In Rajasthani women's attire (ghagra-choli-odhni), red is considered a symbol of a married woman.
What is the difference between bandhej and lahariya?+
Bandhej is a tie-dye technique in Jaipur-Jodhpur where fabric is dyed after being tied in knots, while lahariya is a wave-pattern dyeing in Jaipur linked to the monsoon season and the Teej festival.
In which city is the Safa Bandhi competition held?+
The Safa Bandhi turban-tying competition is held in Jodhpur.
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