WBCS.LIVE practice question

The state of Assam maintains an absolute global monopoly in the production of which specific geographical indication (GI) protected silk?

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

Answer options

  1. Eri Silk
  2. Tasar Silk
  3. Mulberry Silk
  4. Muga Silk

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Muga Silk

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Muga Silk šŸ“š Explanation: Muga silk is a highly prized, naturally golden-yellow silk that is exclusively produced in the Brahmaputra Valley of Assam. It is derived from the semi-domesticated silkworm Antheraea assamensis, which feeds primarily on Som and Sualu trees. Because of its extreme rarity, durability, and exclusive regional production, Muga silk was proudly granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2007.