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Chamba chappal of which state/UT will get protection under the Geographical Indications Act, 1999?

Chamba chappal of which state/UT will get protection under the Geographical Indications Act, 1999? Correct Answer Himachal Pradesh

The correct answer is Himachal Pradesh.

Key Points

  • Chamba chappal, Lahaul’s knitted socks and gloves from Himachal Pradesh have been granted Geographical Indications (GI) tag from the Union government’s Geographical Indications registrar.
  • Kullu Shawl, Kangra Tea, Chamba Rumal, Kinnauri Shawl, Kangra Painting, Himachali Chulli Oil and Himachali Kalazeera are also the traditional products of Himachal Pradesh which will get protection under the GI Act, 1999.

Additional Information

  • ​Under the GI Act, unauthorized use and infringement of the registered Geographical Indication by producers other than those from the region of origin of these products can result in maximum of 3 years imprisonment.
  • Himachal Pradesh:
    • Chief Minister - Jai Ram Thakur.
    • Governor - Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.
    • Number of Districts - 12.
    • Lok Sabha seats - 4.
    • Rajya Sabha seats - 3.
    • National Parks - Great Himalayan National Park, Pin Valley National Park, Inderkilla National Park, Khirganga National Park and Simbalbara National Park.
    • Registered GI: Kangra Paintings, Kullu Shawl, Chamba Rumal.

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