From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :
Prelims level: GI, Various GI tags mentioned in the news
Mains level: NA
Why in the news?
- Over 60 products from various regions received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag simultaneously, marking the largest batch of GI tags ever granted.
What is a GI Tag?
- A 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.
- Nodal Agency: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- India, as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 w.e.f. September 2003.
- GIs have been defined under Article 22 (1) of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement.
- The tag stands valid for 10 years and can be renewed.
Various GI Tags Awarded:
| Details | |
| Bihu Dhol (Assam) | Traditional drum used during Bihu festivals |
| Jaapi (Assam) | Bamboo headgear worn in rural Assam |
| Sarthebari metal craft (Assam) | Traditional metal craft producing utensils and artifacts |
| Mishing handloom products (Assam) | Handwoven textiles including shawls and sarees |
| Asharikandi terracotta craft (Assam) | Terracotta pottery and decorative items |
| Pani Meteka craft (Assam) | Brass and copper utensils adorned with intricate designs |
| Bodo Dokhona (Assam) | Traditional attire of Bodo women |
| Bodo Eri silk (Assam) | Silk fabric produced from eri silkworms, known for its soft texture and eco-friendly production |
| Bodo Jwmgra (Assam) | Traditional scarf worn by Bodo community members |
| Bodo Gamsa (Assam) | Traditional dress of Bodo men |
| Bodo Thorkha (Assam) | Traditional musical instrument made from bamboo or wood |
| Bodo Sifung (Assam) | Long flute used in traditional Bodo music |
| Banaras Thandai (Uttar Pradesh) | Traditional drink made from milk, nuts, seeds, and spices |
| Banaras Tabla (Uttar Pradesh) | Pair of drums used in classical Indian music |
| Banaras Shehnai (Uttar Pradesh) | Traditional wind instrument used in Indian classical music |
| Banaras Lal Bharwamirch (Uttar Pradesh) | Red chili grown in the Banaras region |
| Banaras Lal Peda (Uttar Pradesh) | Popular Indian sweet made from condensed milk and sugar |
| Pachra-Rignai (Tripura) | Traditional dress worn by women, consisting of a wrap-around skirt and blouse |
| Matabari Peda (Tripura) | Sweet delicacy made from condensed milk, sugar, and ghee |
| Garo Textile weaving (Meghalaya) | Traditional weaving craft practiced by the Garo tribe |
| Lyrnai Pottery (Meghalaya) | Traditional pottery making characterized by unique designs and techniques |
| Chubitchi (Meghalaya) | Traditional dish made with meat, local herbs, and spices |
PYQ:Which of the following has/have been accorded ‘Geographical Indication’ status? (2015) 1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees 2. Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma 3. Tirupathi Laddu Select the correct answer using the codes given below: (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 only 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
India enacted The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in order to comply with the obligations to (2016): (a) ILO (b) IMF (c) UNCTAD (d) WTO
Practice MCQ:Consider the following statements about the Geographical Indications (GI) Tag: 1. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry is the nodal agency for GI. 2. A GI tag stands valid for 10 years and cannot be renewed. Which of the given statements is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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