Question:
Which among the following was the first Indian product to have got Protected Geographic Indicator?
AIndian Rubber
BBasmati Rice
CMalabar Coffee
DDarjeeling tea
Answer:
D. Darjeeling tea
Explanation:
Darjeeling tea, grown in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India, is renowned for its distinct flavor and aroma, earning the nickname "Champagne of Teas."
The first Indian product to have got Protected Geographic Indicator - Darjeeling tea
Darjeeling tea has been a registered geographical indication since 2004, referring to products produced on certain estates within Darjeeling and Kalimpong
The Darjeeling logo is a certification mark, protected as a Geographical Indication in India and as a Certification Trade Mark in UK, USA, Australia, and Taiwan