IP And Trademarks 29 July 2026
GI Tag Dispute
A controversy has erupted over the GI tag for Unjha, with Rajasthan disputing Gujarat's claim to exclusive rights for cumin and fennel production, citing similar agro-climatic conditions in other western Indian regions and lack of comparative scientific studies
The Unjha GI tag controversy revolves around cumin and fennel quality disputes between Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Similar agro-climatic conditions exist in other regions of western India, including Rajasthan.
- No comparative scientific study was presented to support Gujarat's exclusive claim to the GI tag for Unjha cumin and fennel.
- Rajasthan is disputing Gujarat's claim, citing the lack of scientific evidence to prove Unjha's uniqueness in cumin and fennel production.
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