IGNOU BFDI-073 December 2025 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.(a) Explain the following in 2-3 sentences only: 7X2=14 @) Fabrics

(ii) Chemical properties Gii) Terry cotton

(iv) Segment marketing

(v) Super marts

(vi) Ethnic wear

(vii) Convenience store

(b) Fill in the blanks : 6x1=6 G) Satin weave is distinguished by its seseseseseesees APPEarance. Gi) Burlap has a hand.

(iii) Most of the fashion brands are manufacturing and low quality fashion goods.

(iv) Stockout refers to a situation when the fails to fulfill the customer requirement.

(v) Acrylic is a substitute for

(vi) Nylon fabrics have resistance to sunlight.

Q2.(a) Explain the role of fabric sourcing. 10

(b) Briefly describe the properties of fiber.

Q3.(a) List the stages of absorption in burning test with illustration. 10

(b) Write a note on global textile and apparel imports.

Q4.(a) Discuss the evolution of fashion industry after independence in India. 10

(b) Describe the STP process’ with illustration.

Q5.(a) What do you mean by ‘Apparel’ ? Discuss the apparel categories for pre- teens and teens. 10

(b) Describe the ethical issues in fashion business.

Q6.(a) Explain the structural changes in the Indian apparel/fashion retailing sector.

(b) Describe the key components of retail operations.

Q7.(a) What are the different elements of store management ? Discuss in brief. 10

(b) Briefly explain the different types of customer services for fashion products.

Q8.Write short notes on any four of the following : 4x5=20

(a) Skill production and employability

(b) Sustainable fashion

(c) Features of Retailing

(d) Ritu Kumar—A Fashion Designer

(e) Properties of fibres 7x2=14