Chengalikodan Banana GI Tag

Chengalikodan, which has been recently accorded Geographical Indication (GI) status; is a variety of__?
[A]Orange
[B]Coconut
[C]Banana
[D]Mango

Banana
The Chengalikodan banana variety from Thrissur district of Kerala has been accorded Geographical Indication (GI) status by the Chennai based Central GI registry. This banana variant is uniquely grown in Chowannur, Pazhayannur, Wadakkanchery, Puzhakkal and Ollukkara block panchayats in Thrissur district of Kerala. It is known for its unique shape, size, colour and taste.


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