CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the slogan of the Geographical Indications launched?
A
’Invaluable Treasures of Incredible India.
B
India - The Change You Need
C
We don’t build hope, we build futures.
D
Save the world from the nuclear threat, by the creation of a global government
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under Ministry of Commerce and Industry has unveiled tricolour logo for geographical indication (GI) certified products. The logo has tagline “Invaluable Treasures of Incredible India” printed below it.

Detailed explanation-2: -A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. In order to function as a GI, a sign must identify a product as originating in a given place.

Detailed explanation-3: -GI TAGLINE spirit of Geographical Indications of India, and will assist in effective branding and promotion of GIs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Geographical Indications Act, 2003 (Act 659). An Act to provide for the protection of geographical indications and to provide for related matters. This Act makes provision for the registration and protection of geographical indications and the use of marks for products in Ghana.

Detailed explanation-5: -GI tag is the abbreviation of Geographical Indications tags in India. It came into force with effect from 15th September 2003. Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to get a GI tag.

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