Abstract
Handloom weaving and craft practices by local artisan communities have a strong cultural identity. Handloom textiles are the scoreline of culture, history, heritage and holistic approach of creation using traditional craft techniques with no hazardous impact on the environment.
‘Sustainability’, more than just a buzzing term today, is a philosophy. Cultural sustainability attempts to preserve culture and heritage beliefs and local practices. This chapter explores the case of Sambalpuri Ikat Handloom, which symbolizes the rich cultural heritage of the craft, the artisan communities and the local artisanship that has been passed on from generations to generations. These beautiful traditional designs demand scientific insights for sustainable production process to ensure socially responsible contribution for cultural sustainability.
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This research could be potentially used to teach to the students pursuing fashion/textile design/management courses. (Appendix 1).
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Teaching Plan:
Suggested Class Time: 90 mins
Area of discussion | Time |
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Handloom weaving and localism | 15Â mins |
Cultural sustainability | 15Â mins |
Sambalpuri Ikat handloom | 45Â mins |
Handwoven textiles as a form of sustainable clothing | 10Â mins |
Wrap | 5Â mins |
Suggested Student Assignment
The students may be asked to visit any handloom cluster. They should study the local communities, their culture and make a note of their observations regarding raw materials, design and production methods. Their thoughts and ideas that can be discussed in the class in the context of cultural sustainability and the future of the weavers’ communities.
Questions to Be Discussed in the Class
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Discuss about the origin and history of Sambalpuri Ikat handloom.
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What is cultural sustainability and what is its importance?
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How is Intellectual Property Right (IPR) helping this handloom?
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Discuss about Meher and Koshta communities.
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Discuss about the cultural significance and the production process of Sambalpuri Ikat handloom.
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What are the initiatives taken by the Government to uplift these handloom clusters?
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Why are local practices like Sambalpuri Ikat handloom important for sustainable development?
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Is this culture going to survive the future context and are the new generations going to maintain it?
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Pradhan, S., Khandual, A. (2020). Community, Local Practices and Cultural Sustainability: A Case Study of Sambalpuri Ikat Handloom. In: Muthu, S., Gardetti, M. (eds) Sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industries. Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-38532-3_7
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