Legal framework & basics
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GI Tags appear frequently in UPSC Prelims as stand-alone MCQs testing knowledge of Indian GI registrations, legal definitions, and international agreements. Examiners focus on identifying products with GI status, understanding the WIPO framework, and distinguishing GI protection from trademark. Common errors include conflating GI with trademark or misidentifying non-traditional GI categories.
GI protects geographical origin + reputation, not just trademark
India's GI Act 1999 modeled on TRIPS Agreement Article 22-23
Darjeeling Tea, Basmati Rice, Chanderi Saree — quintessential Indian GIs
GI registration at Controller of Patents & Designs office
Non-traditional GIs: textiles, handicrafts, agricultural produce eligible