Routledge - Geographical Indications of Indian Handlooms Book

Explore the complex relationship between legal protections and actual rights within the Indian textile industry. This book by Routledge provides a detailed analysis of Geographical Indications (GI) specifically as they apply to the handloom sector. It examines the reasoning behind GI as a form of intellectual property and looks at the domestic landscape of these protections. Readers will find a deep look into GI protection under international instruments and a specific study of the GI journey for handlooms from Gujarat. The text addresses the efficacy of current systems and the necessary structure for handloom protections. By filling the gap between existing laws and current policies, this volume recommends ways to implement a more efficient legal system for the sector. It is an essential resource for understanding the status of Indian handlooms and the intellectual property frameworks designed to protect them.