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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many varieties of Indian coffee have been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
A
6
B
8
C
4
D
5
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Did You Know About These 5 GI-Tagged Indian Coffee Varieties? Image credits: Indian coffee varieties largely include Robusta and Arabica . The journey of coffee in India has been an interesting story in itself.

Detailed explanation-2: -The two main varieties of coffee viz., Arabica and Robusta are grown in India. Arabica is mild coffee, but the beans being more aromatic, it has higher market value compared to Robusta beans. On the other hand Robusta has more strength and is, therefore, used in making various blends.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hyderabadi Haleem of Telangana received the ‘Most Popular GI’ award. With 9 new GI tags, the total number of GI tags in India 2023 goes to 432. It includes- Tandur red gram of Telangana, gamocha of Assam, Alibag white onion of Maharashtra, and Raktsey Karpo apricot of Ladakh.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Geographical Indications Registry has approved the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for coffee varieties viz. Coorg Arabica Coffee, Wayanad Robusta Coffee, Chikmagalur Arabica Coffee, Araku Valley Arabica Coffee and Bababudangiri Arabica Coffee.

Detailed explanation-5: -Complete answer: Option A, ‘Arabica’ is one of the main varieties of coffee which is grown in India and the other variety is Robusta.

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