After the persistent efforts of the Intellectual Property Rights cell of the Kerala Agriculture University, the Marayur Jaggery which is largely produced in the regions of Marayur and
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Kanthallur grama panchayats of Kerala has got the GI tag.
a. Marayur Rice
b. Marayur Jaggery
c. Marayur Wheat
d. Marayur Fish
About Marayur Region:
- Marayur in the Idukki district of Kerala is known for its tensive sugarcane cultivation.
- In the regions of Marayur and Kanthallur, more than 2500 acres of land is under sugarcane cultivation.
- The peculiar geographical location of Marayur amid the forests of the Western Ghats gives the sugar cane a distinct geographical identity.
About Marayur Jaggery:
- The local people have integrated the age-old tradition have imparted age-old specialized skill to make Marayur Jaggery a distinct product in itself.
- The distinct features of the Marayur Jaggery are high sweetness with less saltiness, high content of iron and less sodium.
- The produce is free of impurities and the sugar cane fields are free of chemical pesticides and fertilisers.
- The Marayur Jaggery is produced without adding any chemicals has always been known for its high quality.
- Eyeing the market of the traditional Marayur Jaggery fake jaggery with a salty taste was being marketed as Marayur jaggery.
- The GI tag will now enable to initiate legal action against fake jaggery being sold as Marayur Jaggery.
What is Geographical Indication?
- Geographical Indication (GI) is a name or sign used on products which correspond to a specific geographical location or origin.
- Geographical Indication act as a certification that the product possesses certain qualities, is made according to traditional methods or enjoys a certain reputation, due to its geographical origin.
Question:
Q. Which product produced in the Marayur region of Kerela has got the GI Tag?a. Marayur Rice
b. Marayur Jaggery
c. Marayur Wheat
d. Marayur Fish