{"id":36936,"date":"2024-04-05T10:48:33","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T10:48:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=36936"},"modified":"2024-04-05T10:51:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T10:51:17","slug":"geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Geographical Indications (GI) in India &#8211; UPSC Economy Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-economy?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Blog+Economy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/17-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Some goods derive their distinct properties from the region in which they originated, influenced by factors like climate, soil, and local practices.<\/li><li>Geographical Indications (GI) identify goods as originating in a specific country, region, or locality within that country.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d46fe9f237b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Examples_of_Indian_GI_Products\" title=\"Examples of Indian GI Products:\">Examples of Indian GI Products:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Benefits_of_GI\" title=\"Benefits of GI:\">Benefits of GI:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Rules_for_GI_Application\" title=\"Rules for GI Application:\">Rules for GI Application:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Distinction_from_Trademark\" title=\"Distinction from Trademark:\">Distinction from Trademark:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Legislation\" title=\"Legislation:\">Legislation:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Examples_of_GI-Tagged_Products\" title=\"Examples of GI-Tagged Products:\">Examples of GI-Tagged Products:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Recent_GI_Tags_2017-18\" title=\"Recent GI Tags (2017-18):\">Recent GI Tags (2017-18):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Regional_Distribution\" title=\"Regional Distribution:\">Regional Distribution:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Pending_Applications\" title=\"Pending Applications:\">Pending Applications:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Foreign_Products_with_GI_Tags_in_India\" title=\"Foreign Products with GI Tags in India:\">Foreign Products with GI Tags in India:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Recent_GI_Tags_2019\" title=\"Recent GI Tags (2019):\">Recent GI Tags (2019):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Foreign_Reactions_to_Indian_GI_Laws\" title=\"Foreign Reactions to Indian GI Laws:\">Foreign Reactions to Indian GI Laws:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Rasgolla_Origin_Debate_West_Bengal_vs_Odisha\" title=\"Rasgolla Origin Debate: West Bengal vs. Odisha\">Rasgolla Origin Debate: West Bengal vs. Odisha<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Background\" title=\"Background:\">Background:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#West_Bengals_Claim\" title=\"West Bengal&#8217;s Claim:\">West Bengal&#8217;s Claim:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Odishas_GI_Tag\" title=\"Odisha&#8217;s GI Tag:\">Odisha&#8217;s GI Tag:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Two_Distinct_Versions\" title=\"Two Distinct Versions:\">Two Distinct Versions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Differing_Claims\" title=\"Differing Claims:\">Differing Claims:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:\">Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Basmati_Rice_Aromatic_Grain_with_Geographical_Indication\" title=\"Basmati Rice: Aromatic Grain with Geographical Indication\">Basmati Rice: Aromatic Grain with Geographical Indication<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Characteristics_of_Basmati_Rice\" title=\"Characteristics of Basmati Rice:\">Characteristics of Basmati Rice:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Geographical_Indication_GI_Tag\" title=\"Geographical Indication (GI) Tag:\">Geographical Indication (GI) Tag:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Approved_Regions_for_Basmati_Rice_GI_Tag\" title=\"Approved Regions for Basmati Rice GI Tag:\">Approved Regions for Basmati Rice GI Tag:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Controversy_with_Madhya_Pradeshs_Application\" title=\"Controversy with Madhya Pradesh&#8217;s Application:\">Controversy with Madhya Pradesh&#8217;s Application:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Legal_Challenge_and_Delhi_High_Court_Decision\" title=\"Legal Challenge and Delhi High Court Decision:\">Legal Challenge and Delhi High Court Decision:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Kadaknath_Chicken_Unique_Poultry_with_GI_Tag\" title=\"Kadaknath Chicken: Unique Poultry with GI Tag:\">Kadaknath Chicken: Unique Poultry with GI Tag:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/geographical-indications-gi-in-india-upsc-economy-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examples_of_Indian_GI_Products\"><\/span><strong>Examples of Indian GI Products:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Basmati Rice, Darjeeling Tea, Kanchipuram Silk Saree, Alphonso Mango, Nagpur Orange, Kolhapuri Chappal, Bikaneri Bhujia, Agra Petha, Mysore Silk, Nilgiri Tea, Coorg Coffee, Mysore Sandal Products, Malabar Pepper, and more.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_GI\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of GI:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Protection against unauthorized use.<\/li><li>Greater accountability.<\/li><li>Legal protection for Indian GI, boosting exports.<\/li><li>Promotion of economic prosperity for producers in the geographical territory.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rules_for_GI_Application\"><\/span><strong>Rules for GI Application:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Associations, producers, organizations, or authorities established by law can apply.<\/li><li>Generally not granted to individuals.<\/li><li>Granted for a specific period (10 years in India), renewable for additional periods.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distinction_from_Trademark\"><\/span><strong>Distinction from Trademark:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A trademark distinguishes goods or services of one enterprise from others in trade.<\/li><li>GI is different; for example, Basmati rice has a GI, but various companies may produce it under different trademarks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legislation\"><\/span><strong>Legislation:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, passed by the Parliament in India.<\/li><li>Administered by the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks, who is the Registrar of Geographical Indications.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examples_of_GI-Tagged_Products\"><\/span><strong>Examples of GI-Tagged Products:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Darjeeling Tea was the first GI-tagged product in India in 2004-05.<\/li><li>Other examples include Kancheepuram Silk, Nagpur Orange, Kangra Painting, Moradabad Metal Craft, and more.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_GI_Tags_2017-18\"><\/span><strong>Recent GI Tags (2017-18):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Banganapalle Mangoes, Tulapanji Rice, Pochampally Ikat, Gobindobhog Rice, Durgi Stone Carvings, and others.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Distribution\"><\/span><strong>Regional Distribution:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Karnataka leads in the number of GI tags, followed by Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pending_Applications\"><\/span><strong>Pending Applications:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Kangra Arts from Himachal Pradesh, Moirang Phee from Manipur, Kolhapur Jaggery, and others.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foreign_Products_with_GI_Tags_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Foreign Products with GI Tags in India:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>French Champagne, Cognac, USA&#8217;s Napa Valley, UK&#8217;s Scotch Whisky, and Mexican Tequila.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_GI_Tags_2019\"><\/span><strong>Recent GI Tags (2019):<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Palani Panchamirtham, Tawlhlohpuan, Mizo Puanchei, and Tirur Betel Leaf.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foreign_Reactions_to_Indian_GI_Laws\"><\/span><strong>Foreign Reactions to Indian GI Laws:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Act has faced challenges and criticisms, particularly from MNCs not accustomed to India&#8217;s stringent GI laws.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, Geographical Indications (GI) play a crucial role in protecting the uniqueness of regional products, promoting economic prosperity, and boosting exports. The legislation and its enforcement contribute to safeguarding the traditional knowledge and distinct characteristics associated with these products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rasgolla_Origin_Debate_West_Bengal_vs_Odisha\"><\/span><strong>Rasgolla Origin Debate: West Bengal vs. Odisha<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background\"><\/span><strong>Background:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The sweet Rasgolla has been at the center of a prolonged dispute between West Bengal and Odisha regarding its place of origin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"West_Bengals_Claim\"><\/span><strong>West Bengal&#8217;s Claim:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2017, West Bengal was granted the geographical indication (GI) tag for &#8220;Rasagolla Bangla.&#8221;<\/li><li>This led to misconceptions that the GI Registry recognized Bengal as the exclusive place of origin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Odishas_GI_Tag\"><\/span><strong>Odisha&#8217;s GI Tag:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2019, Odisha received the GI tag for its local version of Rasagolla, known as &#8220;Odisha Rasagola.&#8221;<\/li><li>The GI tag recognizes distinct versions of the sweet from both states.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Two_Distinct_Versions\"><\/span><strong>Two Distinct Versions:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The GI tags acknowledge that both West Bengal and Odisha have their own versions and distinct dates of origin for Rasgolla.<\/li><li>There is an acceptance of the coexistence of multiple traditions and versions of Rasgolla.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differing_Claims\"><\/span><strong>Differing Claims:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bengalis attribute the invention of Rasgolla to Nobin Chandra Das in Kolkata during the 19th century.<\/li><li>Odias believe in the tradition of Niladri Bije, where Rasgola is offered, dating back to the 12th century.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The GI tags officially recognize Rasgolla from both West Bengal and Odisha as distinct and valid, allowing for the coexistence of their respective traditions and versions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basmati_Rice_Aromatic_Grain_with_Geographical_Indication\"><\/span><strong>Basmati Rice: Aromatic Grain with Geographical Indication<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_Basmati_Rice\"><\/span><strong>Characteristics of Basmati Rice:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Basmati rice is a distinctive variety of aromatic rice known for its unique cooking properties, taste, and aroma.<\/li><li>It has both short and long grains and is cultivated in specific regions of India and Pakistan.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geographical_Indication_GI_Tag\"><\/span><strong>Geographical Indication (GI) Tag:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2008, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) applied for the GI tag for Basmati rice.<\/li><li>The Geographical Indication Registry approved the GI tag for Basmati rice, designating specific states and areas of origin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Approved_Regions_for_Basmati_Rice_GI_Tag\"><\/span><strong>Approved Regions for Basmati Rice GI Tag:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The GI tag for Basmati rice is approved for the states of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, and parts of western Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.<\/li><li>These regions are recognized for their agro-climatic conditions and the efforts of farmers contributing to the unique qualities of Basmati rice.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Controversy_with_Madhya_Pradeshs_Application\"><\/span><strong>Controversy with Madhya Pradesh&#8217;s Application:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Madhya Pradesh filed an application for a GI tag for basmati rice, covering thirteen districts.<\/li><li>The application was rejected by the Registry as Madhya Pradesh could not establish itself as part of the Indo-Gangetic plains, the recognized place of origin for Basmati rice.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Challenge_and_Delhi_High_Court_Decision\"><\/span><strong>Legal Challenge and Delhi High Court Decision:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2019, the Delhi High Court struck down the central government&#8217;s decision that restricted Basmati rice production to only seven states in the Indo-Gangetic plains.<\/li><li>The court&#8217;s 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