Question

Which district has been granted GI tag in cashew nut for nut quality?

• A. Kasargod, Kerala
• B. Puttur, Karnataka
• C. Vengurla, Maharashtra
• D. Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh

Hint:

Geographical Indication (GI) tags protect products associated with specific regions. "Vengurla Cashew" from the Vengurla taluka in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra is recognized with a GI tag for its distinctive nut quality.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: GI tags protect products linked to a unique geographical origin and quality.
Step 2: Among the cashew belts listed, only Vengurla (Sindhudurg, Maharashtra) has an official GI registration for cashew nut quality.
Step 3: Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh grow cashew but don't hold this specific GI tag.
Step 4: Correct answer: Vengurla, Maharashtra.