Q. Karuppur kalamkari paintings and wood carvings of Kallakurichi, which have received GI tags, belongs to which state?
Answer:
Tamil Nadu
Notes: Karuppur Kalamkari paintings and wood carvings of Kallakurichi, both belonging to the state of Tamil Nadu have received geographical indication or GI tag, from the Government of India.
GI tag is awarded to products of specific geographical origin and it adds significance to the product. It is regulated under the Geographical Indications registration is administered by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act of 1999.