Woman from Ladakh
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | INDIPEX 97 |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | October 15, 1997 |
| Denomination | Rs. 10 |
| Quantity | 500,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 x 13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1578 Stamp Number IN 1636 Yvert et Tellier IN 1348 Stanley Gibbons IN 1743 |
| Themes | Animals (Fauna) | Elephants | Logos | Mammals | Philatelic Exhibitions | Suits and Costumes |
Table of Contents
Indepex ’97 World Philatelic Exhibition Commemorative Stamp Series
The Department of Posts organized the Indepex ’97 World Philatelic Exhibition, an event that coincided with the Golden Jubilee of India’s Independence. The exhibition took place from December 15-22, 1997, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. To mark this significant event, a series of commemorative postage stamps were released, celebrating various aspects of India’s cultural, historical, and social heritage.
Commemorative Stamp Series:
- Indepex ’97 Logo (Released on October 5, 1996):
- Design: This stamp features the logo of Indepex ’97, which includes a caparisoned elephant, symbolizing the traditional Indian welcome. The elephant represents India’s hospitality and cultural richness.
- Centers of Cultural and Tourism (Released on June 6, 1997):
- Design: This set of four stamps highlights important cultural and historical sites in India:
- Ruins of Nalanda University: An ancient center of learning.
- Stupa of Vaishali: A significant Buddhist site.
- Kushinagar: The place where Gautama Buddha attained Parinirvana.
- Bodhi Trees of Bodh Gaya: The site of Buddha’s enlightenment.
- Design: This set of four stamps highlights important cultural and historical sites in India:
- Beaches of India (Released on August 11, 1997):
- Design: This set celebrates India’s coastal beauty with depictions of:
- Gopalpur-on-Sea: A serene beach in Odisha.
- Kovalam: A famous beach in Kerala.
- Bogmalo: A picturesque beach in Goa.
- Anjuna: A popular beach in Goa known for its vibrant atmosphere.
- Design: This set celebrates India’s coastal beauty with depictions of:
- Indian Rural Women:
- Focus: This stamp series honors the traditional roles, attire, and cultural significance of rural women from different regions of India, showcasing the country’s diversity and unity.
- Ladakh: Depicts a woman with a traditional headgear adorned with semiprecious stones, highlighting the unique craftsmanship of the region.
- Kerala: Shows a rural woman working in the paddy fields, representing the state’s high literacy rate and involvement in agriculture.
- Arunachal Pradesh: Captures the vibrant ethnic culture of the North-East, with a focus on the region’s rich dress and jewelry.
- Gujarat: Features the colorful attire and traditional jewelry of rural women in western India.
- Focus: This stamp series honors the traditional roles, attire, and cultural significance of rural women from different regions of India, showcasing the country’s diversity and unity.
Significance:
- Cultural Representation: The stamps illustrate India’s rich cultural diversity, particularly the distinct traditions, attire, and roles of rural women across various regions. These stamps reflect the unity in diversity that is a hallmark of Indian society.
- Role of Rural Women: By focusing on rural women, this stamp series pays tribute to their significant contributions to India’s economy, culture, and social fabric. The series captures the beauty and grace of rural women, emphasizing their roles in agriculture, handicrafts, and household work.
- Celebration of Independence: The Indepex ’97 exhibition, along with these commemorative stamps, was part of India’s 50th Independence celebrations. It highlighted the nation’s progress, cultural richness, and the importance of preserving its heritage.
These stamps, through their artistic and cultural depictions, continue to be a valued part of India’s philatelic history, celebrating the nation’s diverse and vibrant heritage.