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The first areca nut to get the Geographic Indications (GI) tag is the Sirsi Supari. In which state is this supari grown?

The first areca nut to get the Geographic Indications (GI) tag is the Sirsi Supari. In which state is this supari grown? Correct Answer Karnataka

The correct answer is Karnataka.

Key Points

  • Sirsi Supari is the first areca nut to get the Geographic Indications (GI) tag.
  • Sirsi Supari is mainly cultivated in Karnataka.
  • 'Sirsi Supari' areca nuts grown in Sirsi, Yellapur and Siddapura taluks of the district.
  • Arecanut production in Sirsi, Yellapur and Siddapura taluks is nearly 7 % of the production of Karnataka state.
  • The Sirsi areca nut has a unique taste and is produced in chali (white) variety and red variety.
  • The 'chali' or white variety is made by peeling nuts after they ripen and then sun drying them.
  • The process of obtaining the tag began in 2013.

Additional Information

  • A Geographical Indication is used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin.
  • GI tag will help customers identify authentic Sirsi-grown areca nuts.
  • Katarni rice is a GI tag product from Bihar.
  • Guntur Sannam is a GI tag product from Andhra Pradesh.
  • Odisha Rasagola is a GI tag product from Odisha.

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