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Detailed explanation-1: -Q. Chak-Hao, a variety of black rice, that recently bagged the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, is found in which state? Notes: A black rice variety of Manipur called Chak-Hao has recently bagged the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Chak-Hao is an aromatic glutinous rice variety which has been cultivated in Manipur.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Black Rice of Manipur, which is also popularly known as ‘Chakhao, ’ has quite recently the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

Detailed explanation-3: -Chak-Hao (GI Application No- 602) This fragrant sticky rice has been cultivated in Manipur for centuries. Two types of Chak-Hao, ‘Chak-Hao Amubi’ and ‘Chak-Hao Poireiton’ are grown organically every year, from December to May, and are available throughout the state.

Detailed explanation-4: -Assamese ‘Gamocha’ gets Geographical Indication tag from Centre; state in jubilation. The tag was received five years after the first application was made. ‘Gamocha’, which is a symbol of the culture and identity of Assam, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the central government.

Detailed explanation-5: -Ambemohar rice and Ajara Ghansal – Maharashtra Ghansal gets its name from words “ghan” which means fragrance, and “sal which means gracefully thin. It was awarded the GI tag in 2016.