Consider the following pairs of products from Assam that recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tags: 1. Karbi Anglong Handloom Products : Tribal weaving practices 2. Assam Bihu Pepa : Iconic musical instrument 3. Deuri Handloom Products : Bamboo craftsmanship How many of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

The correct answer is Two only In News In June 2026 , Assam secured Geographical Indication (GI) tags for four traditional products, supported by NABARD . Key Points Pair 1 is correctly matched: The Karbi Anglong Handloom Products represent the tribal weaving practices of the region, gaining formal identity protection through the GI tag. Pair 2 is correctly matched: The Assam Bihu Pepa is an iconic musical instrument associated with the state’s Bihu celebrations . It received recognition tied to Assam's regional heritage. Pair 3 is NOT correctly matched: Deuri Handloom Products are associated with handloom and tribal weaving traditions , while Assam Bamboo Crafts is a separate category that received the GI tag for bamboo craftsmanship . Hence, only two pairs are correctly matched. Additional Information The GI registration process was supported by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) . With these four additions, the total number of NABARD-backed GI-certified products in Assam has risen to 12 . The four newly recognized products are Karbi Anglong Handloom Products , Assam Bihu Pepa , Assam Bamboo Crafts , and Deuri Handloom Products . Important Points According to NABARD Assam Chief General Manager Loken Das , the certifications will help preserve the authenticity of traditional products while creating new economic opportunities for artisans and weavers . GI tags help safeguard traditional knowledge , prevent unauthorised use of product names, and contribute to better market access for local producers.