Which one of the following Union Ministries is responsible for ensuring safe food to the consumers by implementing the Prevention of Food Adulteration Programme?

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Q: 14 (IES/2011)
Which one of the following Union Ministries is responsible for ensuring safe food to the consumers by implementing the Prevention of Food Adulteration Programme?

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Polity

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IES

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The correct answer is option 4, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is responsible for ensuring the safety of food consumed by the general public. They implement the Prevention of Food Adulteration Programme, which aims to prevent the adulteration of food and maintain its quality and safety. This ministry oversees the enforcement of laws and regulations related to food safety and is actively involved in the monitoring and inspection of food establishments to ensure that they comply with the necessary standards. They also conduct regular testing of food samples to detect any adulteration or contamination. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare plays a crucial role in safeguarding the health and well-being of consumers by ensuring that they have access to safe and unadulterated food.