Question

    GI tag is the abbreviation of Geographical Indications

    tags in India. It came into force with effect from 15th September 2003. Which 3 states have the most number of GI tags? 1.    Tamil Nadu 2.    Uttar Pradesh 3.    Karnataka 4.    Kerala 5.    Haryana   Select the correct codes?
    A 1, 2 & 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1, 2 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2, 3 & 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3, 4 & 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 1, 3 & 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    While Tamil Nadu leads with 55 GI-tagged goods, UP and Karnataka follow with 48 and 46 GI products, respectively. However, UP is first in terms of GI-tagged handicrafts with 36 crafts to its credit. With this feat, UP, beating Karnataka, has become the second state with maximum GI-tagged goods in the country.

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