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The Geographical Indications (GI) Registry under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry granted GI recognition to multiple traditional products across India, including Ambaji Marble (Gujarat), Panna Diamond (Madhya Pradesh), and Lepcha Instruments (Sikkim).
GI Tag/Product |
Details |
| Ambaji White Marble (Gujarat)
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• Known for pure white color, high calcium content, and durability • Sourced from Ambaji Shaktipeeth, Banaskantha • Used in Dilwara Temples and Ayodhya Ram Temple • Applied by Ambaji Marbles Quarry and Factory Association • Contains calcium oxide and silicon oxide, enhancing strength • Exported for temple use in USA, New Zealand, and UK |
| Panna Diamond (Madhya Pradesh)
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• Application by Collectorate (Diamond Branch), Panna • Features a light green tint and weak carbon line • Managed by NMDC’s Diamond Mining Project • Supported by Padma Shri Rajni Kant (GI Man of India) • Enhances traceability, authenticity, and export potential |
| Sikkim Lepcha Tungbuk
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• Traditional three-string musical instrument of Lepcha tribe • Holds cultural and spiritual importance in Lepcha music • GI granted on Nov 5, 2025 under Musical Instrument category |
| Sikkim Lepcha Pumtong Pulit
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• Bamboo flute central to Lepcha folk traditions • Symbol of Lepcha cultural identity and heritage • Preserves traditional instrument-making and youth cultural continuity |
| Kannadippaya (Kerala)
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• Traditional bamboo mat crafted by Kerala artisans • Recognized for eco-friendly material and handwoven design • Boosts rural cooperative income and craft heritage branding |
| Apatani Textile (Arunachal Pradesh)
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• Handwoven by Apatani tribe of Ziro Valley • Features geometric motifs and natural dye usage • Represents sustainable tribal textile craftsmanship |
| Marthandam Honey (Tamil Nadu)
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• Produced in Kanyakumari district • Known for unique floral aroma, high medicinal value • Supports local beekeeping and biodiversity-based livelihoods |
| Bodo Aronai (Assam)
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• Traditional handwoven scarf of the Bodo community • Symbol of honor, identity, and ceremonial respect • Made using handspun cotton/silk with tribal patterns |
| Bedu & Badri Cow Ghee (Uttarakhand)
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• Produced from indigenous hill cow breeds • Known for nutritional richness and purity from high-altitude regions • Promotes mountain organic economy and heritage dairy products |
| [UPSC 2018] Consider the following pairs: Craft. Heritage of 1. Puthukkuli shawls Tamil Nadu 2. Sujni embroidery Maharashtra 3. Uppada Jamdani saris Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correct? Options: (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3* |
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