Cotton the word is derived from Arabic word Quntun. Cotton (Gossypium spp.) popularly known as White gold or king of fibre. It plays a prominent role in the rural, national and international economy. Cotton is grown mainly for its fibre used in the manufacture of cloth for mankind. In spite of severe competition from synthetic fibres, cotton continues to enjoy a place of prime importance in the textile industry. In recent years, cotton apparels are being preferred to the synthetic ones due to the increasing health consciousness among the people. Besides fibre, cotton is also valued for its...