{"id":3677,"date":"2026-03-03T12:21:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T06:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/?p=3677"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:33:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T06:03:57","slug":"gi-tag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/gi-tag\/","title":{"rendered":"GI Tag – List of Geographical Indications (GI Tags) in India 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Geographical Indications<\/strong>\u00a0(GI tags) are signs used on products that have a\u00a0specific geographical origin<\/strong>\u00a0and possess\u00a0distinctive qualities<\/strong>, reputation, or characteristics attributable to that place of origin. GI tags\u00a0serve as intellectual property rights<\/strong>\u00a0that identify a product's unique geographical source, providing legal protection and preventing unauthorised use.<\/p>\r\n

In India, the\u00a0Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, of 1999<\/strong>\u00a0governs the registration and protection of GIs. These tags play a crucial role in promoting and\u00a0safeguarding<\/strong>\u00a0the unique products and traditional knowledge of various regions, contributing to rural development, preserving cultural heritage, and enhancing the marketability of Indian products in the global market.<\/p>\r\n

What is GI Tag?<\/h2>\r\n

A\u00a0Geographical Indication (GI tag)\u00a0<\/strong>is a sign used on products with a\u00a0specific geographical origin,<\/strong>\u00a0possessing unique qualities or reputation due to that origin. It serves as an intellectual property right (IPR), attributing a product\u2019s quality, reputation, or other characteristic to its geographical origin.<\/p>\r\n

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  • GIs are recognized as an aspect of IPRs under the\u00a0Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property<\/strong>\u00a0and the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights\u00a0(TRIPS) Agreement.<\/strong><\/li>\r\n\t
  • Benefits:\u00a0<\/strong>It lets approved users stop others from using the indication if their product doesn't meet the standards. A GI tag confers the following rights to the registered proprietors:\r\n\r\n
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    • Legal protection\u00a0<\/strong>against unauthorised use by others.<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Exclusive right\u00a0<\/strong>to use the GI tag for the specified goods or products.<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Ability to prevent\u00a0<\/strong>misuse, imitation, or misleading representations of the GI tag.<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Legal recourse<\/strong>\u00a0against infringement or unfair competition.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Type of products:\u00a0<\/strong>Geographical indications can be used for a wide range of products, including agricultural products, foodstuffs, wines, spirits, handicrafts, and industrial products.\r\n\r\n
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      • However, such products must possess specific qualities or characteristics attributable to their geographical origin.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t
      • Eligibility criteria:\u00a0<\/strong>Any trader\u2019s group, association, or organization can apply for a GI tag. They must demonstrate the product\u2019s uniqueness with historical records and a detailed production process.\r\n\r\n
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        • GI tags aren\u2019t only for popular products; they exist for hundreds of items across states, each recognising a specific region and product.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
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          International Conventions on GI Tags<\/h3>\r\n

          These international conventions and systems play a crucial role in protecting and promoting products with a GI tag, ensuring they maintain their unique identity and quality.<\/p>\r\n

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          • Paris Convention:<\/strong>\u00a0The Paris Convention for the\u00a0Protection of Industrial Property\u00a0<\/strong>(1883) provides a multilateral framework for the protection of industrial property rights, including geographical indications.\r\n\r\n
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            • It establishes the principles of national treatment and the right of priority.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t
            • Lisbon System:<\/strong>\u00a0The Lisbon Agreement for the\u00a0Protection of Appellations of Origin and their International Registration\u00a0<\/strong>(1958) establishes an international registration system for appellations of origin, a specific type of GI.\r\n\r\n
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              • It provides a centralised filing procedure and ensures protection for all contracting parties.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t
              • Madrid System:\u00a0<\/strong>The Madrid System for the\u00a0International Registration of Marks<\/strong>, while primarily focused on trademarks, can also be utilised for the protection of geographical indications through the registration of collective or certification marks.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

                GI Tag in India<\/h2>\r\n

                The\u00a0Geographical Indication Registry,<\/strong>\u00a0a division of the\u00a0Ministry of Commerce and\u00a0<\/strong>Industry\u2019s Department of Industry Promotion and Internal Trade\u00a0(DIPIT)<\/strong>, is responsible for issuing GI tags, further safeguarding these unique products and their geographical origins. The GI tag holds\u00a0significant importance for India<\/strong>, as it:<\/p>\r\n

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                • Promotion and protection<\/strong>: It promotes and safeguards the unique products and traditional knowledge of various regions, contributing to rural development and empowerment.<\/li>\r\n\t
                • Marketability and competitiveness<\/strong>: It enhances the credibility\/marketability and competitiveness of Indian products in the global market.<\/li>\r\n\t
                • Preservation of cultural heritage<\/strong>: It preserves the cultural heritage and traditional practices associated with the production of these products.<\/li>\r\n\t
                • Prevention of misappropriation<\/strong>: It prevents misappropriation and misuse of traditional knowledge by unauthorized parties.<\/li>\r\n\t
                • Sustainable practices and environmental conservation<\/strong>: It encourages sustainable production practices and environmental conservation in the designated regions.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

                  GI Act of 1999<\/h3>\r\n

                  The\u00a0Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999<\/strong>\u00a0is the main law in India that oversees the registration and protection of geographical indications. The Act\u2019s\u00a0key provisions include:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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                  • The establishment of the\u00a0Geographical Indications Registry<\/strong>, which is responsible for processing and registering GI applications.<\/li>\r\n\t
                  • The\u00a0criteria<\/strong>\u00a0for registering a GI, include the association between the product and its geographical origin, and the reputation or quality attributable to that origin.<\/li>\r\n\t
                  • The\u00a0duration of protection<\/strong>\u00a0is initially 10 years but can be renewed indefinitely.<\/li>\r\n\t
                  • Provisions for enforcing GI rights, including civil and criminal\u00a0penalties for infringement.<\/strong><\/li>\r\n\t
                  • Provisions for registering authorised users and associations of producers.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

                    GI Tag as an IPR<\/h3>\r\n

                    Geographical Indications are recognized as a form of intellectual property rights under the TRIPS Agreement of the World Trade Organization (WTO). As an IPR, GIs:<\/p>\r\n

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                    • Protect the collective rights<\/strong>\u00a0of producers and communities associated with a particular product.<\/li>\r\n\t
                    • Prevent the misuse<\/strong>\u00a0or misappropriation of a product\u2019s reputation or characteristics by unauthorized parties.<\/li>\r\n\t
                    • Contribute to the preservation<\/strong>\u00a0of traditional knowledge and cultural heritage.<\/li>\r\n\t
                    • Promote fair trade\u00a0<\/strong>practices and sustainable development in rural communities.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

                      State Wise GI Tag Products in India<\/h2>\r\n

                      The GI Registry is located in Chennai processes and registers GI Applications. The\u00a0tag was first given to Darjeeling Tea.<\/strong>\u00a0However, GI tags aren\u2019t only for popular products; they exist for hundreds of items across states, each recognizing a specific region and product. The various states' GI tags are as follows:<\/p>\r\n

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                      State<\/strong><\/td>\r\nGI Tags<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Andhra Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Srikalahasti Kalamkari, Kondapalli Bommallu, Budithi Bell and Brass Metal Craft, Uppada Jamdani Sarees, Bobbili Veena, Durgi Stone Carvings, Etikoppaka Toys.<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Food Stuff:\u00a0<\/strong>Tirupati Laddu, Bandar Laddu<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Agricultural:<\/strong>\u00a0Guntur Sannam Chilli, Banaganapalle Mangoes.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Arunachal Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Idu Mishmi Textiles<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>Khaw Tai (Khamti Rice), Yak Churpi<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Assam<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Muga Silk<\/p>\r\n

                      - Manufactured:<\/strong>\u00a0Judima<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Bihar<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Madhubani Paintings, Sujini Embroidery<\/p>\r\n

                      - Manufactured:<\/strong>\u00a0Bhagalpuri Zardalu, Katarni Rice<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Food Stuff:\u00a0<\/strong>Silao Khaja<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Chattisgarh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Bastar Dhokra, Champa Silk Saree and Fabrics<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Goa<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Manufactured:<\/strong>\u00a0Feni<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:<\/strong>\u00a0Khola Chilli<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Gujarat<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Sankheda Furniture, Tangaliya Shawl, Jamnagari Bandhani, Mata ni Pachhedi<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>Bhalia Wheat<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Himachal Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Kullu Shawl<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>Kangra Tea<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Jharkhand<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Sohrai \u2013 Khovar Painting.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Karnataka<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Mysore Silk, Kasuti Embroidery, Molakalmuru Sarees Handicraft, Sandur Lambani Embroidery, Kinhal Toys, Kolhapuri Chappal<\/p>\r\n

                      - Manufactured:\u00a0<\/strong>Mysore Sandal Soap, Mysore Agarbathi<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>Coorg Orange, Coorg Green Cardamom, Devanahalli Pomello, Appemidi Mango, Byadagi Chilli, Indi Limbe, Monsooned Malabar Robusta Coffee, Monsooned Malabar Arabica Coffee<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Kerala<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Aranmula Kannadi, Alleppey Coil.<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Navara Rice, Pokkali Rice, Kaipad Rice, Chengalikodan Nendran Banana, Nilambur Teak, Tirur Betel Leaf (Tirur Vettila), Attappady Thuvara<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Madhya Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Chanderi Sarees, Maheshwar Sarees and Fabrics<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>Sharbati Gehu<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Food Stuff:\u00a0<\/strong>Jhabua Kadaknath Black Chicken Meat, Ratlami Sev<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Maharashtra<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Nashik Grapes, Ajara Ghansal Rice, Mangalwedha Jowar, Navapur Tur Dal, Lasalgaon Onion, Sangli Raisins, Ambemohar Rice, Alphonso<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Kolhapuri Chappal<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Manipur<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Shaphee Lanphee, Wangkhei Phee<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Mizoram<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Pawndum, Tawlhlohpuan<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Odisha<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Konark Stone Carving, Khandua Saree and Fabrics, Gopalpur Tussar Fabrics, Dungaria Kondh Embroidered Shawl<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Kandhamal Haladi, Koraput Kalajeera Rice<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Rajasthan<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Thewa Art Work, Molela Clay Work, Sanganeri Hand Block Printing, Bagru Hand Block Print, Pokaran Pottery.<\/p>\r\n

                      - Natural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Makrana Marble<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Tamilnadu<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Salem Fabric, Kancheepuram Silk, Madurai Sungudi, Thanjavur Paintings, Salem Silk (Salem Venpattu), Kovai Kora Cotton Sarees, Arani Silk, Pattamadai Pai (Pattamadai Mat), Toda Embroidery, Mahabalipuram Stone Sculpture, Thirubuvanam Silk Sarees, Dindigul Locks, Kandangi Sarees.<\/p>\r\n

                      - Manufactured:<\/strong>\u00a0East India Leather.<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Madurai Malli, Erode Manjal (Erode Turmeric).<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Food Stuff:\u00a0<\/strong>Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai, Salem Sago.<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Natural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Marthandam Honey.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Telangana<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Pochampalli Ikat, Nirmal Toys and Craft, Gadwal Sarees, Cheriyal Paintings, Pembarthi Metal Craft, Adilabad Dokra, Telia Rumal<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Khurja Pottery, Mahoba Gaura Patthar Hastashlip, Mainpuri Tarkashi, Sambhal Horn Craft<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Mango Malihabadi Dusseheri, Kalanamak Rice.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      West Bengal<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Nakshi Kantha, Baluchari Saree, Dhaniakhali Saree, Purulia Chau Mask<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Darjeeling Tea, Tulapanji Rice, Gobindobhog Rice<\/p>\r\n

                      - Food Stuff:\u00a0<\/strong>Joynagar Moa, Bardhaman Sitabhog.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Union Territory<\/strong><\/td>\r\nGI Tags<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:<\/strong>\u00a0Kani Shawl,<\/p>\r\n

                      - Agricultural:<\/strong>\u00a0Ramban Sulai Honey, Mushqbudji Rice, Bhaderwah Rajmash, Kashmir Saffron<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Pondicherry<\/strong><\/td>\r\n- Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Villianur Terracotta Works, Tirukanur Papier Mache Craft<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
                      Ladakh<\/strong><\/td>\r\n\r\n

                      - Handicraft:\u00a0<\/strong>Pashmina Wool<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Agricultural:<\/strong>\u00a0Ladakh Raktsey Karpo Apricot<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

                      Joint GI Tag Products of States<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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                      - Karnataka and Kerala:\u00a0<\/strong>Monsooned Malabar Robusta Coffee, Monsooned Malabar Arabica Coffee<\/p>\r\n

                      - Kerala and TN:\u00a0<\/strong>Alleppey Green Cardamom<\/p>\r\n

                      - Maharashtra, Gujarat, Dadara & Nagar Haveli, and Daman Diu:\u00a0<\/strong>Warli Painting<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Punjab \/ Haryana \/ H.P \/ Delhi \/ Uttarakhand \/ U.P \/ J&K:<\/strong>\u00a0Basmati<\/p>\r\n

                      -\u00a0Punjab, Rajasthan and Haryana:\u00a0<\/strong>Phulkari<\/p>\r\n

                      - Manipur and Nagaland:<\/strong> Chak - Hao<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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