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2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which state/UT recently gave a GI tag to ‘Basholi painting’?
A
Tamil Nadu
B
West Bengal
C
Jammu & Kashmir
D
Chhattisgarh
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The world-famous Basohli Painting from the Kathua district in Jammu and Kashmir has obtained the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. This is the first time in the history of GI registration that the Jammu region got a GI tag for handicrafts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Recent GI Tag of Rajasthan The most recent product from Rajasthan to receive the Geographical Indication (GI) tag is the Bagru Hand Block Printing, which was awarded the tag in 2019. Bagru Hand Block Printing is a traditional technique of printing on textiles that originated in the village of Bagru in Jaipur district.

Detailed explanation-3: -Top 5 states in India which holds maximum number of GI tags includes Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala.

Detailed explanation-4: -Allagadda Stone Carving. Andhra Pradesh Leather Puppetry. Bobbili Veena. Budithi Bell & Brass Metal Craft. Dharmavaram Handloom Pattu Sarres And Paavadas. Durgi Stone Carvings. Etikoppaka Toys. Kondapalli Bommallu. More items •29-Apr-2023

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