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    Question

    Recently, Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI)

    successfully tested two new dwarf varieties of Kalanamak rice – Pusa Narendra Kalanamak 1638, 1652. Which state has GI tag for kalanamak rice?
    A Madhya Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Arunanchal Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Uttar Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Himanchal Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Karnataka Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Kalanamak is a traditional variety of paddy with a black husk and a strong fragrance, rich in Zn, Fe and antioxidants like anthocyanin.

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