Arani Sari Explained

Arani Sari is a traditional sari made in Arani, Tamil Nadu, India.[1] A sari is a strip of unstitched cloth, ranging from four yards to nine yards in length.[2] Saris, derived from the Sanskrit word Saadi, have been described in Tamilian literature as early as the 5th or 6th centuries.[3]

Geographical indication rights

Arani sari received Intellectual Property Rights Protection or Geographical Indication (GI) status.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: GI can protect handicrafts from abuse. RADHIKA SANTHANAM. Business Line. 2 January 2013 .
  2. Web site: Kanchipuram Sari – Tamilnadu . Tamilnadu.com . 16 October 2012 . dead . https://archive.today/20130411215318/http://tamilnadu.com/fashion/kanchipuram-sari.html . 11 April 2013 .
  3. Web site: Madisar Pudavai. Tamilnadu.com. 5 February 2013.
  4. Web site: GI shield for state's silk fabrics. https://archive.today/20130216062939/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2008-05-02/chennai/27748685_1_silk-fabrics-gi-registry-gi-certification. dead. 2013-02-16. The Times of India.

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