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Recently, 4 traditional products from Jharkhand—Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and bamboo craft—have recently received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
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Products
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Description
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Bhagaiya Silk
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- It is a hand-spun and handwoven silk textile primarily crafted by women of the Santhal tribal community.
- The weaving tradition reflects generations of indigenous knowledge and skilled craftsmanship that have been preserved and passed down within rural communities.
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Kuchai Silk
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- It forms an integral part of Jharkhand’s long-standing sericulture tradition and serves as an important source of livelihood for rural households.
- It is produced from tussar silkworms reared on Asan and Arjun trees.
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Munda Jewellery
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- It represents the distinctive artistic and cultural tradition of the Munda tribal community.
- Known for its unique designs, intricate craftsmanship, and symbolic motifs, the jewellery reflects the rich cultural heritage and identity of the tribal population of Jharkhand.
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Jharkhand Bamboo Craft
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- It showcases the creativity and skill of rural artisans who transform locally available bamboo into a variety of functional and decorative products.
- The craft not only promotes sustainable use of natural resources but also provides livelihood opportunities to artisan communities.
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- GI Tag – Geographical Indication (GI) tag is a form of intellectual property protection granted to products that possess qualities, reputation, or characteristics linked to a specific geographical region.
- It helps safeguard traditional products, promotes local economies, and prevents unauthorized use of their names.
Reference
The New Indian Express| GI Tags
