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The first Indian product to get G.I Tag is:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Cardamom
  2. Darjeeling Tea
  3. Basmau
  4. Gobmdo Bhog

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Darjeeling Tea

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Darjeeling Tea. Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to be awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2004–05 under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. The tag signifies that only tea grown in the Darjeeling district can be marketed as Darjeeling Tea, ensuring authenticity and brand protection. The GI tag helps to protect the rights of local producers and boosts exports of traditional and heritage products.