Geographical Indications And Cultural Heritage Protection In Global Trade
- IJLLR Journal
- Mar 6
- 1 min read
Miss. Paavana.E, LL.M., JSS Law College (Autonomous), Mysuru, Karnataka, India
Mr. Mahadeva Prabhu. N, LL.M., JSS Law College (Autonomous), Mysuru, Karnataka, India
ABSTRACT
Growing globalization has made it a key concern for governments and communities worldwide to preserve local traditions, skills, and craftsmanship. Geographical Indications (GIs) are a crucial instrument for maintaining the integrity of products linked to certain regions and ensuring their recognition and protection in the global market. In addition to guaranteeing the caliber and genuineness of goods, GIs protect regional identities, cultural treasures, and traditional knowledge. This essay looks at how GIs are used to preserve cultural legacy in the context of global trade, as well as the economic, social, and legal effects of doing so. Numerous international and regional legal frameworks, such as the Lisbon Agreement, the World Trade Organization's TRIPS Agreement, and the European Union's PDO/PGI systems, regulate GIs. Cultural appropriation, counterfeiting, and challenges in international trade are among the topics covered in the essay, along with the economic benefits of GIs, such as premium pricing, rural development, and tourism. In order to preserve cultural assets in the global economy, this study highlights the importance of strengthening international cooperation by weighing the benefits and drawbacks of GIs.
Keywords: Geographical Indications (GIs), Global Trade, Intellectual Property, TRIPS Agreement, Authenticity, etc.
