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Celebrating India's Diverse Flavors: A Geographical Indications Quiz

Description: **Celebrating India's Diverse Flavors: A Geographical Indications Quiz** India is a land of diverse cultures, traditions, and cuisines. Each region has its own unique flavors and specialties, many of which have been recognized and protected under the Geographical Indications (GI) Act. This quiz will test your knowledge about some of India's most famous GI-tagged products.
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Which state is famous for its Alphonso mangoes, which have a sweet and juicy pulp and a distinct aroma?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Gujarat

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alphonso mangoes are a variety of mango that is native to the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. They are known for their sweet and juicy pulp, as well as their distinct aroma.

Which state is known for its Darjeeling tea, which has a light and floral flavor and is often used in specialty blends?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Assam

  3. Sikkim

  4. Arunachal Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Darjeeling tea is a variety of black tea that is grown in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. It is known for its light and floral flavor, as well as its distinct aroma.

Which state is famous for its Basmati rice, which is known for its long, slender grains and aromatic flavor?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bihar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Basmati rice is a variety of long-grain rice that is grown in the Punjab region of India. It is known for its long, slender grains and aromatic flavor.

Which state is known for its Kashmiri saffron, which is considered to be the finest saffron in the world and is used in a variety of dishes?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Sikkim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashmiri saffron is a variety of saffron that is grown in the Kashmir region of India. It is considered to be the finest saffron in the world and is used in a variety of dishes, including biryani, pulao, and sweets.

Which state is famous for its Mysore pak, a sweet dish made from gram flour, sugar, and ghee?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mysore pak is a sweet dish that is made from gram flour, sugar, and ghee. It is a popular dessert in Karnataka and is often served during festivals and special occasions.

Which state is known for its Hyderabadi biryani, a dish made from rice, meat, and spices, and is often served with raita and salan?

  1. Telangana

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabadi biryani is a dish that is made from rice, meat, and spices. It is a popular dish in Telangana and is often served with raita and salan.

Which state is famous for its Banarasi paan, a type of betel leaf that is filled with a variety of ingredients, including tobacco, lime, and spices?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Bihar

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Chhattisgarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Banarasi paan is a type of betel leaf that is filled with a variety of ingredients, including tobacco, lime, and spices. It is a popular snack in Uttar Pradesh and is often served after meals.

Which state is known for its Gujarati dhokla, a steamed cake made from gram flour, yogurt, and spices?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarati dhokla is a steamed cake that is made from gram flour, yogurt, and spices. It is a popular snack in Gujarat and is often served with chutney and green chilies.

Which state is famous for its Rajasthani ghevar, a sweet dish made from flour, ghee, and sugar syrup?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Haryana

  3. Punjab

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthani ghevar is a sweet dish that is made from flour, ghee, and sugar syrup. It is a popular dessert in Rajasthan and is often served during festivals and special occasions.

Which state is known for its Goan fish curry, a dish made from fish, coconut milk, and spices?

  1. Goa

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Karnataka

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Goan fish curry is a dish that is made from fish, coconut milk, and spices. It is a popular dish in Goa and is often served with rice or bread.

Which state is famous for its Kashmiri rogan josh, a dish made from lamb, yogurt, and spices?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashmiri rogan josh is a dish that is made from lamb, yogurt, and spices. It is a popular dish in Jammu and Kashmir and is often served with rice or bread.

Which state is known for its Hyderabadi haleem, a dish made from wheat, lentils, meat, and spices?

  1. Telangana

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabadi haleem is a dish that is made from wheat, lentils, meat, and spices. It is a popular dish in Telangana and is often served during the month of Ramadan.

Which state is famous for its Bengali rasgulla, a sweet dish made from chhena, sugar syrup, and cardamom?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Bihar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bengali rasgulla is a sweet dish that is made from chhena, sugar syrup, and cardamom. It is a popular dessert in West Bengal and is often served during festivals and special occasions.

Which state is known for its Maharashtrian vada pav, a dish made from a potato patty sandwiched between two pieces of bread?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtrian vada pav is a dish that is made from a potato patty sandwiched between two pieces of bread. It is a popular snack in Maharashtra and is often served with chutney and green chilies.

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