FSSAI & AOAC INTERNATIONAL Signed MoU

Current Context: The Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has partnered with AOAC INTERNATIONAL (AOAC), signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaborative efforts in enhancing the food safety anal ytical ecosystem in the country.

• The MoU covers various critical aspects, including food testing analysis, method sharing, method development, and method validation. 
• Both FSSAI and AOAC will work together to advance the adoption of AOAC Official Methods in FSSAI notified laboratories, fostering better food safety practices and ensuring the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption.
• The partnership between FSSAI and AOAC INTERNATIONAL is of paramount importance for India’s food safety landscape.
• By leveraging AOAC’s globally recognized expertise and standards, FSSAI aims to enhance its analytical capabilities and align with international best practices, ultimately strengthening the food safety ecosystem in the country.

Question:

Q.1 Which two organizations have signed a MoU to collaborate and enhance the food safety analytical ecosystem in India?
a. FSSAI and WHO
b, FSSAI and ISO
c. FSSAI and FAO
d. FSSAI and AOAC