From Darjeeling tea to Roquefort cheese, Geographical Indications (GIs) have become potent symbols of cultural heritage and economic clout. But what exactly are they, and why do they spark international debates like the recent India-Bangladesh dispute over Tangail sarees?
A GI is customarily applied to industrial products, handicrafts, agricultural products, consumables, and wine and spirit beverages, the question is raised as to whether the Tangail saree falls under the definition described above