New Delhi, Jan. 31 -- The Attorney General of India R Venkataramani, on Friday, stressed the importance of evolving a new standard of care both in India and globally in terms of laws that regulate artworks and antiques.

The AGI was speaking at the inaugural conference of the Centre for Art and Law Initiatives (CALI) at the India International Centre in New Delhi on Friday.

Several other experts also spoke at the event, sharing their insights on key issues such as restitution and repatriation of art and cultural heritage. These topics have become especially critical in developing nations like ours, which have historically been the victims of large-scale looting.

Emphasising the need to bring novelty in laws that protect our art and tang...