Q. Koraput Kalajeera Rice, which got Geographical Indication (GI) status, is cultivated in which state?
Answer:
Odisha
Notes: Koraput Kalajeera Rice, known as the 'Prince of Rice,' recently received Geographical Indications status. Indigenous to Odisha's Koraput district, this aromatic rice has been cultivated for generations by local farmers. Resembling coriander seeds, it boasts excellent nutritional and cooking qualities. The rice, grown by the region's tribal communities for thousands of years, is celebrated for its black color, enticing aroma, and rich taste. Traditional wisdom suggests it aids memory, diabetes control, raises hemoglobin levels, and boosts metabolism. Moreover, this fragrant grain possesses various medicinal properties, including being antispasmodic, stomachic, carminative, antibacterial, astringent, and sedative. It thrives in areas like Tolla, Patraput, Pujariput, Baliguda, and Mohuli in Koraput district.