BFDI-073 · December 2024 · English
IGNOU BFDI-073 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper
INTRODUCTION TO FASHION INDUSTRY
Structured previous year question paper for BFDI-073, December 2024 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 7
Verified: 10 Aug 2026
CERTIFICATE IN FASHION
DESIGN
(CFDE)
Term-End Examination
December, 2024
BFDI-073 : INTRODUCTION TO FASHION
INDUSTRY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Question No. 1 is compulsory. Answer five
questions in all. All questions carry equal
marks.
Q1.(a) Explain the following in 2-3 sentences each : 7x2=14
(0) Weaving Gi) Calico
(ii) Synthetic fibres
(iv) Merino
(v) Global Apparel Market Size
(vi) Hyper Market
(vii) Custom Tailoring
(b) Explain the following with examples : 2x3=6 @) Fabric weight
(i) Departmental store
Q2.(a) Write an overview of the Indian fashion industry. 10
(b) Discuss non-technical tools for identification of textile fibres.
Q3.(a) Describe the role of fabric sourcing in fashion industry. 10
(b) What is the future of fashion industry in India ? Give your views.
Q4.(a) What do you mean by market environment ? Describe the STP process. 10
(b) Describe the categories of apparel of women’s wear and kids’ wear.
Q5.(a) Write in detail about Sabyasachi Mukherjee, a renowned fashion designer of India. 10
(b) Explain the threats to sustainability in the fashion business.
Q6.(a) Define retail operations. Briefly discuss the importance of fashion retail operations. 10
(b) Describe the consumer buying behaviour with respect to fashion product.
Q7.Write short notes on the following : 4x5=20
(a) Fibre blending
(b) Wool and woollen textile industry of India
(c) Sustainable fashion
(d) Characteristics of organised retailing [71