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Eight Surprising Items You Thought Were Indian— Check Details

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: October 25, 2024 15:34 IST

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Every day, people incorporate various items into their daily routines, including a wide range of foods proudly labeled 'Made in India.' However, many are unaware that some of these products, often perceived as indigenous, actually have origins outside of India.
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After breakfast, many people across the country enjoy samosas with chutney. This beloved dish can be found in every corner of India. However, it's important to note that samosas actually originated in Central Asia. They were introduced to India by the Mughals when they arrived in the region.
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Every day, people indulge in various types of biryani with enthusiasm. However, this popular dish did not originate in India. Biryani was introduced to the country by the Mughals, particularly by the Turkish people.
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You may have enjoyed rajma curry or other rajma dishes countless times, but many are unaware that rajma is not originally Indian. In fact, it is a Mexican legume that was brought to India from Mexico.
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When the British left India, they introduced a variety of items to the country, some beneficial and others not. One of the positive contributions was tea, which the British brought to India. Interestingly, tea wasn't widely popular in India until the 1950s.
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This may come as a surprise to many, but the most popular brand in the country is not Indian. Bata is actually a Czechoslovak brand that was founded by the Zach family in 1894. Today, the company has showrooms in 60 countries around the globe.
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Jelabi is not an Indian dish, as many might believe. It was introduced to India by the Parsis. In Persian, Jelabi is referred to as 'Zlibia,' while in Arabic, it is known as 'Zalbia.'
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We enjoy these vegetables in our daily meals with great fondness, but how would you react if told they aren't actually Indian? You might think it sounds absurd, but it's true: these two vegetables have foreign origins. Tomatoes were brought to India from South Africa, while potatoes originated in Peru.
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Colgate is the best-selling toothpaste in the country, and its name is often the first one mentioned when discussing oral care. However, it's important to note that Colgate is not an Indian brand; it is an American company.
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