From Tradition to Trade: The Evolving Landscape of Geographical Indications Law
Keywords:
Geographical Indications (GI), Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Trade and Commerce, Appellations of Origin (AO), Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)
Abstract
Geographical Indications (GIs) play a crucial role in preserving traditional knowledge, promoting economic growth, and ensuring fair trade practices. Over the years, GI laws have evolved to address contemporary challenges in domestic and international markets. This article explores the transformation of GI protection from a tool for safeguarding regional heritage to a powerful mechanism for economic development and global trade. It examines recent legal advancements, policy changes, and landmark cases that have influenced GI registration and enforcement.
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De Geest, Geert. Geographical Indications: A Historical Perspective. Cambridge University Press, 2019.
Barham, Elizabeth. Translating Terroir: The Global Challenge of French AOC. University of California Press, 2003.
Barham, Elizabeth. Translating Terroir: The Global Challenge of French AOC. University of California Press, 2003.
Blakeney, Michael. "The Protection of Geographical Indications: A Comparative Perspective." Intellectual Property Quarterly 1 (2015): 1-20.
O’Connor, John. "The Role of TSG in Protecting Culinary Heritage." Food Policy 58 (2016): 55-62
Bérard, Luc, and Philippe Marchenay. From Local to Global: The French AOC System in the World of Geographical Indications. Routledge, 2015.
Kearns, Robert. "The Economic Impact of Geographical Indications on Rural Development." Journal of Rural Studies 37 (2015): 22-30.
Barham, Elizabeth. Translating Terroir: The Global Challenge of French AOC. University of California Press, 2003.
Barham, Elizabeth. "The Economic Impact of Counterfeiting on Regional Products." Journal of Rural Studies 45 (2016): 138-147.
Srinivasan, Chandrika. "Indigenous Knowledge and Geographical Indications: The Need for Policy Reforms." International Journal of Intellectual Property Management 8, no. 1 (2015): 29-47
Vivas, Juan Carlos, The Lisbon Agreement and Global Protection of Geographical Indications, (Springer: 2019), p. 112.
De Silva, Carlos, Global Legal Frameworks for Geographical Indications, (Wiley: 2020), p. 56.
Zhang, Wei, The Evolution of International Trade Agreements and Geographical Indications, (Cambridge University Press: 2019), p. 45.
Jones, Elizabeth, Geographical Indications: Expanding the Scope of Protection, (Springer: 2020), p. 58.
Anderson, Robert, The Lisbon Agreement and Its Global Limitations: A Regional Framework for Geographical Indications, (Cambridge University Press: 2021), p. 89.
Patel, Ananya, Reforming GI Protection: The Geneva Act and Simplifying Registration Procedures, (Cambridge University Press: 2020), p. 67.
Roberts, Charles, Globalization and the Rise of Authenticity in Geographical Indications, (Springer: 2021), p. 92.
Published
2025-07-01
How to Cite
Sudharsan, K., & K, P. (2025). From Tradition to Trade: The Evolving Landscape of Geographical Indications Law. GLS Law Journal , 7(2), 52 - 64. https://doi.org/10.69974/glslawjournal.v7i2.188
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