CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Nanjanagud Banana, famous for its distinct flavour and aroma and grown in the Karnataka districts of Mysore and Chamarajanagar, is included under geographical indicators.

Detailed explanation-2: -Eathomozhy Tall Coconut, Himsagar Mango, Galgal fruit, Laxman Bhog Mango, Arunachal Orange, Navara Rice, Kangra Tea, Palakkadan Matta Rice, Coorg Green Cardamom, Mysore Malligae, and Pokkali Rice are among India’s Geographical Indications under Agriculture Sector.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Geographical Indication (GI) Tag has been granted by the Government of India (GoI) to 9 new products from different states, including the Attappady Aattukombu Avara, Alibag White Onion, Raktsey Karpo Apricot, Tandur Redgram, and Gamosa of Assam.

Detailed explanation-4: -Papaya scores 60 on the glycemic index (GI), so it doesn’t raise blood sugar too quickly. Low GI foods score between 20 to 49, moderate GI foods are 50 to 69, and high GI foods are 70 to 100.