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    Question

    Which of the following products were granted the

    Geographical Indication (GI) tag in India during the year 2023-2024?
    A Lakadong Turmeric (Meghalaya) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Badlapur Jamun (Maharashtra) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Koraput Kalajeera Rice (Odisha) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Andaman Karen Musley Rice (Andaman & Nicobar Islands) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In 2024, several distinctive regional products across India were awarded the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing their unique qualities and cultural significance: • Lakadong Turmeric (Meghalaya): Renowned for its high curcumin content and vibrant color. • Badlapur Jamun (Maharashtra): This jamun variety, cultivated in the Badlapur region of Maharashtra, is known for its unique taste and was granted the GI tag in March 2024. • Koraput Kalajeera Rice (Odisha): Often referred to as the 'Prince of Rice' due to its aromatic flavor and small grain size, this rice from Odisha's Koraput district received the GI tag in January 2024. • Andaman Karen Musley Rice (Andaman & Nicobar Islands): This aromatic rice variety, traditionally cultivated by the Karen community in the Andaman Islands, was awarded the GI tag in December 2024.

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