MCQs 2026

The impact section states, "It will provide legal protection against unauthorized use, ensuring authenticity and premium pricing... Furthermore, this recognition will enhance the global visibility of Odisha's rich textile heritage."

The current context mentions, "practiced by skilled artisans in the Ganjam district for generations."

The background explains, "The Geographical Indication (GI) tag is a crucial intellectual property right that identifies goods originating from a specific geographical location, possessing qualities or a reputation due to that origin."

The title and content describe 'Ganjam Pata' as a "silk weaving art."

The news explicitly states, "The traditional 'Ganjam Pata' silk weaving art from Odisha has recently been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag."

The current context states, "Preliminary findings suggest... a thriving community that existed during the mature Harappan period."

The background mentions "Gujarat, particularly the Saurashtra region, has yielded several important Harappan sites like Lothal and Dholavira." Rakhigarhi is in Haryana and Kalibangan is in Rajasthan.

The content states, "This site is expected to provide fresh perspectives on the geographical spread and socio-economic structures of the IVC."

The current context mentions that "Recent excavations by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)" led to the discovery.

The news states that the new Harappan settlement was discovered in the Kutch district of Gujarat.