Which State Kangra tea gets European GI tag? The PGI will be effective from April 11, 2023.

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Kerala

Karnataka

Tamil Nadu

Himachal Pradesh

Correct Answer : Himachal Pradesh

The European Commission (EC) has granted protected geographical indication (PGI) for India’s unique Kangra tea, which is grown in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district.

* The EC notified granting PGI on March 22 and this will come into effect from April 11, 2023.

* The granting of PGI for Kangra tea comes at a time when the EC has been dragging its feet on granting a similar status to Basmati rice. India had filed for the GI tag in 2018 but the European Union (EU) wants India and Pakistan to hold talks so that the latter’s Basmati rice also gets due recognition.

* This is a significant achievement for Kangra tea, as it joins the list of other Indian products such as Darjeeling tea, Basmati rice and Pashmina shawls, which have been accorded the same status in the European Union.

About Kangra Tea :

* It was first introduced in the mid-19th century by Dr. Jameson, a British civil surgeon who sowed tea seeds in the Kangra Valley.

* In 1882, the Kangra tea garden won a gold medal at the Calcutta Exhibition, further enhancing its prestige.

* A disease known as "orange rust" destroyed many tea gardens in the early 20th century, leading to a decline in the industry.

About the European Commission (EC) :

* It is the executive branch of the European Union (EU) and serves as its administrative body.

* The President of the Commission is elected by the European Parliament and appointed by the European Council.

* The Commission is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium and has a staff of approximately 32,000 employees.

* The Commission ensures that EU laws and policies are implemented correctly and that Member States follow EU rules.

* The Commission cooperates with other EU institutions, such as the European Council and the European Parliament, to shape EU policies and legislation.

* The Commission's decisions are subject to oversight by the European Court of Justice, which interprets and applies EU law...

Source : The Hindu Businessline

Published On : April 1, 2023

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Determined to create an organization that would preserve peace and build a better world, representatives from diverse religions, continents, and over 80% of the world’s population came together. On June 26, 1945, two months after the first meeting, the 50 countries signed the United Nations Charter, laying the foundation for the establishment of the United Nations Organization.

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Published On : April 26, 2024

Q .

World Malaria Day is observed every year on?

April 26

April 25

April 24

April 23

Correct Answer : Option (B) - April 25

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Date and History :

World Malaria Day is celebrated annually on April 25. The origins of this day can be traced back to 2001 when African governments started observing Africa Malaria Day. In 2008, during the 60th session of the World Health Assembly, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO), the decision was made to change the name to World Malaria Day, recognizing the need for global awareness and action against malaria.

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Published On : April 25, 2024

Q .

With whom has C-DOT signed an agreement to increase the efficiency of 5G networks?

IIT Delhi

IIT Jodhpur

IIT Mumbai

IIT Varanasi

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Published On : April 25, 2024