Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: TOI
Context: Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric, along with Garo dakmanda (traditional dress), Larnai pottery, and Garo chubitchi (alcoholic beverage), has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
| Product | Origin | Unique Feature |
| Lakadong Turmeric
|
Lakadong area, Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya | High curcumin content (6.8 to 7.5%) |
| Garo Dakmanda
|
Meghalaya | The traditional dress worn by Garo tribes |
| Larnai Pottery
|
Meghalaya | Artisanal black pottery from Jaintai Hills |
| Garo Chubitchi
|
Meghalaya | Rice-based alcoholic beverage of the Garo tribe |
