NCERT Class 12 Home Science Manav Paristhitiki avam Parivar Vigyan Bhag 2: Chapter 3 — अध्यााय 10
This chapter, 'Institutions mein Vastraon ki Dekhbhal aur Rakhrakhav' (Care and Maintenance of Textiles in Institutions), from NCERT's Class 12 Home Science textbook 'Manav Paristhitiki avam Parivar Vigyan Bhag 2', focuses on the importance of textile care in institutional settings like hospitals and hotels. It explains that specialized fabrics are used for specific purposes and their functional properties must be maintained throughout their lifespan. The chapter details two key aspects of textile maintenance: preventing physical damage and restoring or maintaining appearance by removing stains and dirt. It introduces laundry as both a science and an art, dependent on fabric type, construction, and finishing. The text outlines essential equipment for washing, drying, and ironing, differentiating between domestic and industrial practices. It begins to describe different types of washing machines, including fully automatic models, emphasizing their operational principles and the need for initial setup.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 12 |
| Subject | Home Science |
| Book | Manav Paristhitiki avam Parivar Vigyan Bhag 2 |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — अध्यााय 10 |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 3 minutes |
| Word count | 575 |
Learning outcomes
- Discuss the significance of textile care and maintenance in institutional environments.
- Describe the concepts of textile care and maintenance in hospitals and hotels.
- Understand the processes and various equipment used for textile care.
- Explore career opportunities in the field of textile management.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Textile | Cloth or woven fabric. |
| Maintenance | The process of keeping something in good condition. |
| Institutions | Organizations or establishments, especially public ones. |
| Stains | A discolored patch or spot. |
| Detergent | A cleaning agent, a type of surfactant. |
| Laundry | Washing and drying clothes and linens. |
| Ironing | Pressing clothes with a hot iron to remove creases. |
| Fully automatic | A machine that operates completely by itself once set. |
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Practice questions
- What are the two main aspects of textile care and maintenance? Answer: 1. Keeping the material free from physical damage and repairing any damage. 2. Maintaining its appearance and luster by removing stains and dirt.
- Why is textile care important in institutions like hospitals? Answer: Specialized fabrics are used for specific purposes in hospitals (e.g., bandages, masks), and their functional properties must be maintained for hygiene and effectiveness.
- What are the three main types of equipment used for textile care? Answer: 1. Washing equipment, 2. Drying equipment, 3. Ironing/pressing equipment.
- What is a key feature of a fully automatic washing machine? Answer: Once set, a fully automatic washing machine operates through all cycles (filling, heating, washing, rinsing) without requiring further intervention from the user.
Practice MCQs
Q1. Which of the following is NOT a primary aspect of textile care and maintenance?
Explanation: The goal of textile care is to extend the lifespan and maintain the appearance of textiles, not to increase their cost.
Q2. Textile care is considered both a science and an art because:
Explanation: Laundry involves scientific principles for cleaning and requires skill to achieve visually appealing and satisfactory results.
Q3. Which type of washing machine requires the user to set controls only once for the entire cycle?
Explanation: Fully automatic washing machines are designed to complete the entire washing, rinsing, and spinning cycle with minimal user intervention after initial setup.
Q4. In institutions, specialized fabrics are chosen for:
Explanation: Fabrics are selected for their unique properties that suit specific institutional needs, such as insulation or absorbency.
Q5. Which of the following is a type of equipment used in textile care?
Explanation: Washing machines are essential equipment for the laundry process, which is a key part of textile care.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main goal of textile care and maintenance in institutions?
The main goal is to ensure that specialized textiles maintain their specific properties and functional qualities throughout their expected lifespan, ensuring hygiene and effectiveness.
What are the two key components of textile maintenance?
The two key components are: 1. Protecting textiles from physical damage and repairing any existing damage. 2. Preserving their appearance by removing stains and dirt.
Why is laundry described as both a science and an art?
It is a science because it is based on scientific principles and techniques, and an art because it requires skill and aesthetic judgment to achieve desirable results.
What types of equipment are essential for textile care?
Essential equipment includes washing machines, drying equipment, and ironing or pressing equipment.
What distinguishes a fully automatic washing machine?
A fully automatic washing machine requires the user to set the controls only once, after which it completes the entire washing, rinsing, and spinning cycle without further intervention.
Where are specialized textiles commonly used in institutions?
Specialized textiles are commonly used in institutions like hospitals (for bandages, masks) and hotels for various functional purposes.
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NCERT Class 12 Home Science — Manav Paristhitiki avam Parivar Vigyan Bhag 2 — Chapter 3 — अध्यााय 10. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.