Tag: GI Tags

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First-Ever Air Shipment of GI Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes

Source:  LM Context: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime (Karnataka) and Puliyankudi Lime (Tamil Nadu) to the United Kingdom. About First-Ever Air Shipment of GI Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes: What is GI Tag? A Geographical Indication (GI) is a form of …

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GI Tags granted to 60 Products

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: Th  Context: Over 60 products from across India have received Geographical Indication (GI) tags, marking the largest batch of GI tags awarded at once.   Some of the Major products GI tagged are:

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GI tags for Meghalaya products

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.  

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GI Tags: How does it help?

GS3/GS1 Paper   Syllabus: Science and Technology (Issues relating to Intellectual Property Rights)/ Arts and Culture  Source: BS  Context: This article explores the significance of Geographic Indication (GI) tags and the challenges faced by India in their effective utilization.   What is a GI Tag? A geographical indication (GI) is a name or sign used on products which …

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Salem sago

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: The Geographical Indication (GI) tag has been granted to Salem Sago (Javvarisi), which is expected to facilitate its entry into the international market.    About Salem Sago: Sago (also called Sabu dana) is a pearl-white product made from raw tapiocas, appearing as small hard globules or pearls. …

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Geographical Indication tags

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH  Context: Seven products from Uttar Pradesh get a Geographical Indication tag. About GI tag: A GI is primarily an agricultural, natural or manufactured product (handicrafts and industrial goods) originating from a definite geographical territory. Typically, such a name conveys an assurance of quality and distinctiveness, which is essentially attributable to …

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