Question

Which among the following was the first Indian product to have got Protected Geographic Indicator?

• A. Indian Rubber
• B. Basmati Rice
• C. Malabar Coffee
• D. Darjeeling tea

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Darjeeling tea

• Darjeeling tea, grown in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India, is renowned for its distinct flavor and aroma, earning the nickname "Champagne of Teas."

• The first Indian product to have got Protected Geographic Indicator - Darjeeling tea

• Darjeeling tea has been a registered geographical indication since 2004, referring to products produced on certain estates within Darjeeling and Kalimpong

• The Darjeeling logo is a certification mark, protected as a Geographical Indication in India and as a Certification Trade Mark in UK, USA, Australia, and Taiwan