Arani Sari
Appearance
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]
References
- ^ RADHIKA SANTHANAM. "GI can protect handicrafts from abuse". The Hindu Business Line.
- ^ "Kanchipuram Sari - Tamilnadu". Tamilnadu.com. 16 October 2012.
- ^ "Madisar Pudavai". Tamilnadu.com. 5 February 2013.
- ^ "GI shield for state's silk fabrics". The Times of India.