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11/08/23 06:22 AM IST

Rajouri Chikri Wood Craft and Mushqbudji Rice Receive GI Tags

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  • In a noteworthy tribute to local craftsmanship and agricultural heritage, the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tags have been granted to Rajouri Chikri Wood Craft from Rajouri district and the prized Mushqbudji Rice variety from Anantnag district.
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  • The Mushqbudji rice is not just a culinary delight but a testament to the region’s agronomic brilliance.
  • When cooked, this rice tantalizes the senses with its unique fusion of flavors and captivating aroma.
  • The expansion of its cultivation into districts like Budgam and Kulgam stands testimony to its increasing significance.
  • Parallelly, the Chikri wood, known for its fine grains, finds its home amidst the picturesque hill ranges of the Jammu province, echoing the region’s rich artisanal heritage.
  • Admired for its pale, honey-colored softwood, Chikri Wood Craft comes to life through careful carving and intricate detailing.
About GI tag
  • Geographical Indication (GI) is an indication used to identify goods having special characteristics originating from a definite geographical territory.
  • The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 seeks to provide for the registration and better protection of geographical indications relating to goods in India.
  • It is governed and directed by the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS).
  • It was decided and also stated under Articles 1 (2) and 10 of the Paris Convention that the protection of industrial Property and Geographical Indication are elements of Intellectual Property.
  • It is primarily an agricultural, natural or a manufactured product (handicrafts and industrial goods).
Source- PIB

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