Q. ‘Nicobari Hut’ is prevalently found in which state/UT?
Answer: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Notes: Nicobari hut, locally known as ‘chanvi-pati-nyi hupul’ is famed for its unique eco-friendly design and earth-quake resistant construction. It is set to receive geographical indication (GI) tag. Earlier the GI tag for traditional ' hodi', an outrigger canoe was given to the region. It has an inverted helmet-shaped hut with wood and palm fronds, which maintains a pleasant temperature despite the hot and humid tropical climate of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The huts are also earthquake resistant.
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