Naga shawls are traditional shawls with a distinctive pattern made by various Naga ethnic groups from Nagaland and its neighbouring areas in Northeast India. Naga shawls embody specific traditional connotations that symbolize status, identity, and achievement. Beyond being a piece of cloth, Naga shawls convey rich traditional narratives. These textiles serve as vehicles of communication, perpetually transmitted from one generation to the next, fostering cultural continuity within Naga society. Particularly noteworthy is their significance within the Naga community, which is devoid of script or written historical records.[1]
The Naga shawl or Chakhesang Shawls is registered under the Geographical indications (GI) of Nagaland by Government of India.[2]
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TEXTILES HANDWOVEN IN NAGALAND, INDIA: Dr. Nisaphi Lyndem, Dr. Vandana Bhandari |url= https://eprajournals.com/IJMR/article/9633/abstract
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