Question

In India, Geographical Indications can be registered for:

• A. Goods
• B. Services
• C. Both goods and services
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Remember: GI in India = goods only (agricultural, natural, manufactured).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Legal position.
Under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, only goods (agricultural, natural, or manufactured) are eligible for GI registration in India.
Step 2: Reason for excluding services.
The Act explicitly excludes services from GI protection — unlike trademarks, which can cover both goods and services. \[ \boxed{(a)} \]