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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is option 2, i.e. Southern Odisha. Odisha’s Kandhamal Haldi (turmeric), famous for its healing properties, received GI tag as the Geographical Indications under sub-section (1) of Section 13 of the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adding to the present collection of GIs, 09 new items from various states of India such as Gamosa of Assam, Tandur Redgram of Telangana, RaktseyKarpo Apricot of Ladakh, Alibag White Onion of Maharashtra etc. have been given the coveted GI Tags.

Detailed explanation-3: -’Gamosa’ gets the GI tag, bringing joy to thousands of weavers of this special item that has become a global symbol of Assam,” he added.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Erode Turmeric Merchants Association applied for Geographical Indication recognition of Erode Turmeric through Government of Tamil Nadu.