FSSAI

Why it matters

• It establishes science-based standards for articles of food and regulates their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import.
• It ensures the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption through systematic surveillance and enforcement.
• It facilitates the implementation of the Food Safety and Standards Act to create a robust regulatory framework for the food processing industry.

How it is asked

Focus on the statutory framework, the distinction between the authority's regulatory and advisory roles, and its impact on public health policy and food security standards.