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  • 12 January, 2024

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Status of GI tag in India 

GI tag - A GI tag is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin.

Ownership - Any trader's body, association, or organization can apply for a GI tag.

  • Major Categories - The products in the GI registry fall under five major categories.
  1. Agriculture
  2. Food Stuff
  3. Handicrafts
  4. Manufactured
  5. Natural

Highest - Handicrafts dominate the list, with over half the GI tags being given to products crafted by skilled artisans.

Categories (Highest to Lowest)

No. of Products

Handicrafts

285

Agriculture

196

Foodstuff

38

Manufactured

15

Natural

2

States (Highest to Lowest)

Number of GI Tags

Tamil Nadu

61

Uttar Pradesh

56

Karnataka

48

Kerala

39

Maharashtra

35

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