Ganesh Chaturthi, observed in the month of Bhadra (mid-August to mid-September) according to the Hindu calendar, is celebrated with devotion and joy in many states in India and in Indian communities abroad. With increasing awareness of environmental protection, numerous innovative methods have been developed for the manufacture of eco-friendly idols. The following patent applications disclose inventions in this field.<\/p>\n
An invention as disclosed in Indian Patent Application number 1056\/DEL\/2000 describes a synergistic composition useful in making art objects and idols from industrial and agricultural wastes. The method, as disclosed, comprises “mixing of paper pulp waste, clay, rice husk ash and fly ash with water for 10-15 hours, converting the mixture to mud or slip by conventional method, moulding or slip casting to desired shape, drying the fabricated shape, finishing and painting by known methods.” This invention describes a process for utilising industrial and paper pulp waste in the production of idols and art objects.<\/p>\n
Another invention as disclosed in application number CN200520118834 describes an idol with voice and fragrance features. As the application discloses, it “relates to an image of luck and safety with voice and aroma and mainly relates to mascots decorated indoors and in motor vehicles. The utility model is designed to meet the requirements that when people with different beliefs worship their spiritual images indoors and in motor vehicles, the blessing voice of worshiped images could be heard and the air in the room or car could be purified.”<\/p>\n
This article is for general information and does not constitute legal advice. Readers should consult a qualified attorney before acting on any matter discussed here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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