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New GI Tags for Over 60 Products

New GI Tags for Over 60 Products From Across India

PWOnlyIAS

April 01, 2024

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The Geographical Indications registry announced that over 60 products from India have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. 

About Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

  • The GI is awarded to products that have a specific geographical origin, and that have characteristics related to a particular location. 
  • Till date, around 635 products in India have been given the GI tag. 
  • The first GI tag in the country was given to the famous Darjeeling tea.

India Grants New GI Tags to Over 60 Products

  • Unprecedented Granting of Multiple GI Tags: This marks the first instance of such a large number of GI tags being awarded simultaneously. 
  • Rising GI Tag Applications: Additionally, there is an increasing trend of states submitting applications to obtain GI tags for their traditional and historic products.

List of New GI Tags

State  Product
Assam
  • Asharikandi terracotta craft
  • Pani Meteka craft
  • Sarthebari metal craft
  • Jaapi (bamboo headgear of rural Assam)
  • Mishing handloom products
  • Bihu dhol
  • Bodo Dokhona, the traditional attire of Bodo women
  • Bodo Eri silk, referred to as the fabric of peace or ahimsa (non-violence), which comes from the silkworm Samia ricini that feeds mostly on the leaves of the castor plant (Ricinus communis), and cassava.
  • Bodo Jwmgra (a traditional scarf)
  • Bodo Gamsa (traditional dress of Bodo men)
  • Bodo Thorkha (a musical instrument)
  • Bodo Sifung (a long flute) 
Banaras
  • Banaras Thandai( a drink made by blending milk with a nutritious mix of nuts, seeds and spices)
  • Banaras Tabla
  • Banaras Shehnai
  • Banaras Lal Bharwamirch
  • Banaras Lal Peda
Tripura
  • Pachra-Rignai( a traditional dress worn on special occasions)
  • Matabari Peda(a sweet preparation) 
Meghalaya
  • Meghalaya Garo Textile weaving(linked to socio-cultural and religious rituals)
  • Meghalaya Lyrnai Pottery
  • Meghalaya Chubitchi

 

Also Read: Mayurbhanj’s Red Ant Chutney Receives GI Tag

 

Must Read
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Daily Current Affairs Quiz Daily Main Answer Writing
UPSC Mains Previous Year Papers UPSC Test Series 2024

 

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