Arani Sari

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

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

References

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  1. ^ RADHIKA SANTHANAM (2 January 2013). "GI can protect handicrafts from abuse". Business Line.
  2. ^ "Kanchipuram Sari – Tamilnadu". Tamilnadu.com. 16 October 2012. Archived from the original on 11 April 2013.
  3. ^ "Madisar Pudavai". Tamilnadu.com. 5 February 2013.
  4. ^ "GI shield for state's silk fabrics". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 16 February 2013.
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