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The Cucumber from which state has been granted the Geographical Indication tag under agricultural products of the Geographical Indications of Goods Act of 1999?

The Cucumber from which state has been granted the Geographical Indication tag under agricultural products of the Geographical Indications of Goods Act of 1999? Correct Answer Nagaland

The correct answer is Nagaland.

Key Points

  • The Naga Cucumber from Nagaland has recently been granted the Geographical Indication tag under agricultural products of the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act of 1999.
  • They are low in calories, high in potassium and contain a high level of water and can serve as an alternative to sports drinks.
  • It is one of the important component crops in jhum cultivation.

Important Points

  • ​This is primarily grown as a cash crop along with paddy and however, now the ‘off-season’ cucumbers from different districts of the Nagaland.
  • Some tribes like Konyak are found to grow cucumber all throughout the year by seed to seed method depending upon the soil type.

Additional Information

  • ​Nagaland: 
    • Lok Sabha seats - 1.
    • Rajya Sabha seats - 1.
    • State Animal - Gayal.
    • State Bird - Blyth's tragopan.
    • National Park - Intanki National Park.
    • Dam - Doyang Dam (Doyang river).

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