Q. Which of the following chilli varieties has/have got Geographical Indication(GI) tag?
  1. Dalle Khursani
  2. Hathei
  3. Edayur
  4. Harmal
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Answer: 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: Dalle Khursani, or red cherry pepper, is a hot chilli variety from Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Sikkim, which received a GI tag. Hathei chilli, also known as Sirarakhong, is grown in Manipur's Ukrul district. Edayur chilli, a low-pungency cultivar from Kerala, is found in Edayur, Athavanad, and Marakkara, and has GI certification. Harmal chilli, introduced by the Portuguese, is cultivated in the coastal village of Harmal, Goa.

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