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Who brought the bobble-head and roly-poly dolls to Thanjavur?
What is the primary material used to make the pedestals of the dolls?
What is added to the mixture to prevent fungal growth?
What is the primary feature of the roly-poly doll?
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What is the significance of a GI tag?
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Who can apply for a GI tag?
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What is the condition for applying for a GI tag?
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What is the highest number of GI tags held by a state in India?
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How many major categories do GI-registered products fall under?
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What is the primary material used to make the bobble-head dolls?
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Study Notes
Thanjavur Dolls
- Originated in the 19th century when Maratha ruler Raja Serfoji brought them to Thanjavur
- Facing stiff competition from electronic toys and e-commerce platforms
- Labour crunch and shortage of clay are major challenges
Types of Dolls
- Bobble-head (dancing girl) version: has four sections, each balancing on the other with inner metal loop hooks, creating a light bobbing movement
- Tilting doll (roly-poly) version: has a bowl-shaped clay base, ensuring the doll remains upright
Materials Used
- Terracotta, papier-mache, plaster of Paris, and other materials
- Mixture of vandal mann, kali mann, and manal required for pedestals
- Copper sulphate powder added as a fungicide
Production Process
- Assembled dolls are sandpapered and hand-painted
- Watercolours used for dancing doll, oil paints for others
Geographical Indications (GI) Tag
- A sign used on products with specific geographical origin and unique qualities
- Any trader's body, association, or organization can apply for a GI tag
- Applicants need to prove uniqueness with historical records and a complete breakdown of production process
Status of GI Tag in India
- 17 products from 6 States/Union Territories recently received GI tags
- Every State in India has at least 1 GI tag
- Tamil Nadu has the highest number of GI tags
Categories of GI Tagged Products
- Handicrafts
- Agriculture
- Foodstuff
- Manufactured
- Natural
Thanjavur Doll's GI Tag
- Earned GI tag in 2009
- One of 4 papier-mâché handicrafts certified by the Tamil Nadu government
- Other certified handicrafts include two-piece moulded idols, multi-jointed figurines, and wall-hanging panels
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This quiz is about the traditional dolls of Thanjavur, their history, and different types like bobble-head and roly-poly dolls. It also touches on the current challenges faced by the doll makers.
