Geographical Indication Status

Geographical Indication (GI) status is granted to products that originate from a specific geographical region and possess qualities due to that origin. Banaras Brocades and Sarees (1) received GI status in 2010 as they are traditionally crafted in Varanasi. Tirupathi Laddu (3) was granted GI status recognizing its unique preparation in Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh. However, Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma (2), while being a traditional Rajasthani dish, has not been formally accorded GI status as of 2015. GI status is typically given to handicrafts, agricultural products, and food items with established geographic origins and reputations. > KEY: GI Status = Protected origin-linked products. Banaras Sarees ✓, Tirupathi Laddu ✓, Daal-Bati-Churma ✗ (as of 2015). Answer: (c).