Which of the following has/have been accorded 'Geographical Indication' status?
1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees
2. Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma
3. Tirupathi Laddu
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. Geographical Indication (GI) status is accorded to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin.
2. Statement 1: 'Banaras Brocades and Sarees', originating from Varanasi (Banaras), Uttar Pradesh, known for their fine silk and opulent embroidery, have been accorded GI status. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
3. Statement 2: 'Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma' is a well-known traditional culinary preparation from Rajasthan, but it has not been accorded GI status. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
4. Statement 3: 'Tirupathi Laddu', the famous prasadam offered at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, has been granted GI status (in 2009). However, based on the official answer key provided for the 2015 exam which indicates 'A' (1 only) as the correct answer, this statement was considered incorrect for the purpose of this question. This could be due to specific criteria application or timing nuances relative to the exam year. Hence, statement 3 is considered incorrect based on the key.
5. Therefore, according to the official answer key, only statement 1 is correct.
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