Question: Which of the following authorities has recommended a ban on sale of junk food in schools in Gujarat?
(a) Government of Gujarat
(b) Central Government
(c) Food Corporation of India
(d) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
Answer: (d)
Related facts:
- The Gujarat government is in the process of banning sale of junk food in schools as well as in the 50-meter area around them to encourage consumption of healthy food among children.
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has recommended a ban on sale of food high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) in schools and the state government is in the process of framing draft rules for the same.
Links:
https://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/gujarat-govt-to-ban-sale-of-junk-food-in-and-around-schools-119111801744_1.html
https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/news/story/gujarat-govt-to-ban-sale-of-junk-food-in-and-around-schools-1620415-2019-11-19