Question 113

Consider the following statements regarding the recent Geographical Indication (GI) tags awarded to products from Assam: 1. Assam has secured GI tags for four new traditional products. 2. The Karbi Anglong Ginger (Kekir) and Assam Karbi Textiles are among the newly recognized items. 3. The total number of NABARD-backed GI products in the state has reached 12 .

Answer

All 1, 2, and 3

Why?

The correct answer is All 1, 2, and 3 In News Assam has secured Geographical Indication (GI) tags for four traditional products, bringing the total NABARD-backed GI tally in the state to 12 . Key Points Statement 1 is correct: Assam has successfully registered four more traditional products under the GI registry . Statement 2 is correct: The newly tagged products include the Karbi Anglong Ginger (Kekir) , Assam Karbi Textiles , Assam Sarthebari Bell Metal Craft , and Assam Pani Meteka Craft . Statement 3 is correct: With these four additions, the total count of products in Assam that have received GI tags with the support of NABARD has reached 12 . Additional Information The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has been actively facilitating the GI registration process for indigenous products to promote local heritage and rural livelihoods. A Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. Important Points The four new GI products are: Karbi Anglong Ginger (Kekir) Assam Karbi Textiles Assam Sarthebari Bell Metal Craft Assam Pani Meteka Craft (Water Hyacinth craft)