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Aranmula Kannadi, the metal mirror registered as a geographical indication in the handicraft class

Aranmula Kannadi, recorded in the register as Aranmula Kannadi (Aranmula Metal Mirror), carries geographical indication application number 3.
Its status in the Geographical Indications Registry is Registered.
The registered applicant is the Viswabrahmana Aranmula Kannadi Nirman Society, with its address at S. Fort, Aranmula, Kerala.
The indication falls under class 20 and the goods are classified as Handicraft.
The geographical area for the indication is Kerala.
The application was filed on 08-12-2003 and the certificate of registration bears certificate number 10.

GI application number: 3 Class and goods: Class 20, Handicraft Registered applicant: Viswabrahmana Aranmula Kannadi Nirman Society
Why it matters for exams: Kerala's geographical indications are a recurring exam topic, and Aranmula Kannadi is asked for its product class, its registered proprietor society and its early application number.
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In plain words

GI Geographical Indication — A sign used on goods that have a specific geographical origin and qualities due to that origin.

Class 20 The class of the goods classification that covers, among others, mirrors and articles of such materials — Aranmula Kannadi is registered in class 20 as a handicraft.