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Contemporary Handicrafts — Key Judgments
Updated 5 Mar 2026
Key Judgments
Geographical Indications Registry v. Darjeeling Tea Association
2004This case established the precedent for protecting traditional craft techniques and regional specialties under the Geographical Indications Act. While primarily about tea, the…
Handicrafts Development Corporation v. State of Rajasthan
2018This judgment clarified the role of state handicraft corporations in promoting contemporary handicrafts while preserving traditional techniques. The court emphasized that…