Question

Chak-Hao which has been granted GI (Geographical Indication) tag is a scented glutinous rice which has been in cultivation in the Indian State of
1. Mizoram
2. Meghalaya
3. Manipur
4. Nagaland

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Manipur

The correct answer is Manipur.

Chak-Hao:

• Chak-Hao is scented glutinous rice that has been in cultivation in Manipur.
• It is characterized by its special aroma.
• The rice is black in colour and takes the longest cooking time due to the presence of a fibrous bran layer and higher crude fibre content.
• It is normally served as Chak-Hao kheer in the community feast.
• It has also been used as traditional medicine.
• It has been granted a GI tag.

Geographical Indication

• It is the authentication of a product having a unique geographical origin and evolution over centuries concerning its special quality or reputed attributes.
• It ensures that registered authorized users or at least those residing inside the geographic territory are allowed to use the popular product names.
• GI tag in India is governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration & Protection) Act, 1999.
• It is issued by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai.