The Position of Women in Hindu Civilisation, from Prehistoric Times to the Present Day c15.s1.2

c15.s1.2

We get no information or clue as to how the lower garment or *sari* was worn in these days. The art of weaving was well developed, and it is fairly certain that the *sari* was a long piece, about five or six yards in length. A portion of it was therefore very probably used to cover the upper part of the body as well, as is done in modern times all over the country. The additional upper garment (*paridhānam*) was probably used only on ceremonious occasions. The same was probably the case with the head-dress.