Arani Silk Sarees

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Arani Silk
Geographical indication
Description Silk sarees
Type Handicraft
Area Arani, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Country India
Registered02.05.2008
Material Silk
A handloom in Arani Hand loom in Devikapuram.jpg
A handloom in Arani

Arani Silk Sarees are traditional silk sarees made in the town of Arani, located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. [1] Because these sarees are produced in Arani, the town is often referred to as the Silk City of Arani or Arani Silk City.

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A saree is an unstitched cloth usually ranging from four to nine yards in length. [2] The term "sari" is derived from the Sanskrit word "sāḍī", and mentions of sarees can be found in Tamil literature dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries CE. [3] Arani silk sarees are known for their intricate zari (gold thread) work.[ citation needed ]

Arani Silk Sarees have received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. [4] After Kanchipuram, Arani is one of the most renowned centers for silk saree production in Tamil Nadu. It is also the town that contributes the highest revenue within its district.[ citation needed ]

In 2018, Arani Silk Sarees received a national award for excellence in silk production and marketing. The Geographical Indication tag further highlights the unique identity and quality of these sarees.[ citation needed ]

History of Arani Silk

This traditional industry flourished predominantly in Arani and surrounding regions. Inscriptions found in nearby villages like Vadamanadamangalam and Devikapuram mention the presence of handloom weaving. The silk weaving in Arani began during the Vijayanagara Empire period and continued to grow during the Arani jagir rule and the British era. The first silk weaving unit is believed to have been established by Thambanna Chettiar. The technique of block printing was introduced by Kannaiya Naidu, while dyeing methods using multiple colors were brought in by V. Vijayaraghava Naidu. Over time, the number of weavers and sellers in silk production gradually increased.[ citation needed ]

Arani Handloom Silk Cluster

Arani operates one of the largest handloom silk saree clusters in Tamil Nadu, particularly known for using original silver zari threads. More than 35,000 traditional weavers are active in the Arani region. [5]

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Geographical indication rights

Arani sari received Intellectual Property Rights Protection or Geographical Indication (GI) status. [6]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/on-campus/gi-can-protect-handicrafts-from-abuse/article4265569.ece
  2. ↑ "Kanchipuram Sari - Tamilnadu". Tamilnadu.com. 16 October 2012. Archived from the original on 11 April 2013. Retrieved 6 November 2015.
  3. ↑ "Madisar Pudavai". Tamilnadu.com. 5 February 2013.
  4. ↑ "Archived Copy". Archived from the original on 16 February 2013. Retrieved 7 November 2015.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  5. ↑ History and Handloom Cluster of Arani Silk
  6. ↑ "GI shield for state's silk fabrics". The Times of India . Archived from the original on 16 February 2013.
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