Context:
Kerala’s tribal handicraft Kannadippaya have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag
Kannadippaya:
- Traditional tribal handicraft from Kerala.
- Made from the soft inner layers of reed bamboo.
- Unique Feature – Reflective pattern resembling a mirror (hence the name “Kannadippaya”).
- Crafted by tribal communities like Oorali, Mannan, Muthuva, Malayan, and Kadar.
- Significance – 1st tribal handicraft from Kerala to receive a GI tag.
Other Recent GI-Tagged Products:
| Product Name | State | Type | Unique Features |
| Warangal Chapata Chilli (Tomato Chilli) | Telangana | Horticultural Product | Bright red color, mild pungency, blocky tomato-like shape |
| Virudhunagar Samba Vathal | Tamil Nadu | Spice | Sun-dried chili with deep red color and strong pungent taste. |
| Amaravati Pippali | Maharashtra | Spice | Long pepper valued for medicinal properties, especially in Ayurveda. |
| Thaladan Grambu (Clove) | Kerala | Spice | Intense fragrance and medicinal benefits. |
| Panruti Cashew | Tamil Nadu | Agricultural Product | Mildly sweet flavor, crisp texture. |
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Source: TH
Previous Year Question
Which of the following has/have been accorded ‘Geographical Indication’ status?
1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees
2. Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma
3. Tirupathi Laddu
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims]
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
The Banaras sarees and brocades, renowned for intricate designs of silk and gold threads, have been assigned geographical indication (GI) status in 2009. Banaras Brocade Sarees are made of finely woven silk and decorated with intricate designs using zari. Tirupathi Laddu has been accorded GI tag in the year 2014.