Tripura Sarinda granted Geographical Indication (GI) tag

Exam-focused facts from the 18 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The traditional Tripura Sarinda, a stringed musical instrument associated with indigenous communities, has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
The GI recognition is intended to preserve folk traditions and provide national and international recognition to the instrument.
The recognition is expected to improve livelihood opportunities for artisans by protecting the authenticity and enhancing the market value of the Sarinda.
With the addition of the Sarinda, Tripura now has a total of four GI-tagged products.
The GI-tagged products of Tripura are Tripura Sarinda, Tripura Queen Pineapple, Risa and Pachra (also known as Rignai), and Matabari Peda.