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24/08/22 14:25 PM IST

Mithila Makhana

In News 
  • Bihar’s Mithila Makhana has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag by the Union Government.
  • This is fifth product from Bihar which is awarded the GI Tag.
About Makhana
  • Mithila Makhana is locally known as Makhan in Mithila.
  • Its Botanical name is Euryale Ferox Salisb.
  • This special variety of Aquatic Fox Nut is cultivated in the Mithila region of Bihar and adjoining areas of Nepal.
  • Fox Nuts are rich in protein and fiber and have various micro-nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, phosphorous and iron.
  • Maithili Brahmin community extensively uses and distributes Makhana during the Kojagara Puja festival. 
About GI tag 
  • According to World International Property Organization or WIPO, a GI or Geographical Indication Tag is used for products which have specific geographical origin or have qualities that can be attributed specifically to the region.
  • In addition, the qualities, characteristics or reputation of the product should be essentially due to the place of origin.
  • Once a product gets this tag, any person or company cannot sell a similar item under that name.
  • This tag is valid for a period of 10 years following which it can be renewed.
Significance 
  • With this move Fox Nuts farmers will get the maximum price for their premium produce.
  • Over 5 lakh farmers of Mithila region of Bihar will be benefitted from this decision.
Source- Financial Express 

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