GK Quiz on Different Types of Tea in India

India is one of the largest tea-producing countries in the world. Every day, millions of people in India start their day with a cup of tea. But do you know how many different types of tea are grown in India? From the Tea Capital of the World and India, the hills of Assam to the mountain of Darjeeling, every region of India has its own special tea with its unique aroma and flavour. In India, the Tea Board of India, which comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, looks after the tea industry in our nation. 

India is the second-largest tea producer in the world after China. Here in India, Tea is not just a drink; it is part of our daily life. Let's explore the different types of tea in India with these GK quizzes

GK Quiz on Different Types of Tea in India

1. Which State is the highest producer of tea in India?

A) West Bengal

B) Tamil Nadu

C) Assam

D) Kerala

Answer: C) Assam

Explanation: Assam is the highest producer of tea in India. It is located in the Brahmaputra Valley, and due to its favourable climate and weather conditions, the production of tea is highest in this state.  

2. Which Indian tea is called the "Champagne of Teas"?

A) Assam Tea

B) Nilgiri Tea

C) Kangra Tea

D) Darjeeling Tea

Answer: D) Darjeeling Tea

Explanation: Tea from hills of West Bengal is known as Darjeeling Tea. It tastes and smells very light; hence, it is known as "Champagne of Teas.

3. In which year did Darjeeling Tea become the first Indian product to get a GI tag?

A) 2000

B) 2004

C) 2008

D) 2010

Answer: B) 2004

Explanation: In the year 2004, Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to be registered under the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, safeguarding its identity and origin.

Q4. How many tea estates are allowed to use the official "Darjeeling Tea" label?

A) 50

B) 75

C) 87

D) 100

Answer: C) 87

Explanation: The GI protection regulations stipulate that only 87 special tea estates in the Darjeeling region can be officially identified as such under the label of 'Darjeeling Tea'.

Q5. Nilgiri Tea is grown in which state of India?

A) Karnataka

B) Kerala

C) Andhra Pradesh

D) Tamil Nadu

Answer: D) Tamil Nadu

Explanation: Nilgiri Tea is from the Blue Mountains (Nilgiri Hills) of Tamil Nadu. Smooth, fragrant and is used in a lot of international blends.

Q6. Which government body looks after the tea industry in India?

A) FSSAI

B) Tea Board of India

C) APEDA

D) Ministry of Agriculture

Answer: B) Tea Board of India

Explanation: The Tea Board of India is an organization under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It oversees the production, export and quality control of tea country wide.

Q7. In which state, Kangra Tea is cultivated?

A) Uttarakhand

B) Sikkim

C) Himachal Pradesh

D) Jammu and Kashmir

Answer: C) Himachal Pradesh

Explanation:Kangra Tea is cultivated in Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is very aromatic and has a GI tag. It grows in two different colors – green and black.

Q8. Which tea estate in India is famous for producing fully organic Sikkim tea?

A) Makaibari Estate

B) Temi Tea Estate

C) Goomtee Estate

D) Happy Valley Estate

Answer: B) Temi Tea Estate

Explanation: There is a single tea estate in Sikkim – Temi Tea Estate. It makes 100% organic tea that tastes like Darjeeling tea with a floral and earthy flavour.

Q9. What is the percentage of black tea to total tea export in India?

A) 50%

B) 70%

C) 83%

D) 90%

Answer: C) 83%

Explanation: As per IBEF data, black tea accounts for 83% of all tea exports from India. The rest of exports consist of green tea and other types.

Q10. Which of the following Indian tea has the distinction of being the 100th product in India to obtain a GI tag?

A) Assam Orthodox Tea

B) Kangra Tea

C) Darjeeling Tea

D) Nilgiri Orthodox Tea

Answer: D) Nilgiri Orthodox Tea

Explanation: The special record of the Nilgiri Orthodox Tea is that it is the 100th product to get a GI (Geographical Indication) tag in India, which comes from Tamil Nadu.