The end-piece of a sari, it typically hangs loose when draped over the shoulder and has a colour and pattern distinct from the rest of the garment. Depending on the style and region, it can have geometric and floral designs or even depict mythological scenes.
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ChicagoImpart Encyclopedia of Art. "Pallu." Last updated February 17, 2026. https://imp-art.org/definitions/pallu/.
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MLA"Pallu." Impart Encyclopedia of Art, Feb. 17, 2026, https://imp-art.org/definitions/pallu/.
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HarvardImpart Encyclopedia of Art (2026) Pallu. Available at: https://imp-art.org/definitions/pallu/ (Accessed: 3 March 2026).
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