Q. Which jamun variety became the first in India to receive Geographical Indication (GI) status?
Answer: Badlapur Jamun
Notes: Badlapur Jamun from Maharashtra is India’s first jamun variety to receive the GI status, granted on March 31, 2024. The registration, valid until May 23, 2032, included quality testing at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, emphasizing its unique agricultural and regional qualities.