Chinese saris threaten Indian heritage

10 Feb 2012, 2:07 pm   -   Source: CNN
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Chinese made copies of Indian saris is threatening to put an end to a way of life in villages across India.

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Silk saris are a global symbol of Indian style.

They have been made by hand in villages across India for centuries.
 
But now it may become a dying art due to competition from China. 

CNN’s Sara Sidner speaks to those who are most affected by the influx of Chinese duplicates.

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