India participated in the 86th Session of the Executive Committee (CCExec) of the CAC

Current Context: India actively participated in the 86th session of the CCExec of the CAC as a member elected on a geographic basis (Asia).

• The session occurred at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome from July 1st to 5th, 2024.
• During this session, India played a role in advocating for:
• Strengthening quality standards for spices like black cardamom, turmeric, and vanilla
• Advancing standards for designated vegetable oils
• Safe use and reuse of water in food production and processing
• The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) is an international body established by the FAO and the World Health Organization (WHO) that aims to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in food trade. India's participation in the CCExec highlights its commitment to these goals on the global stage.

Question:

1 Where did the 86th session of the Executive Committee (CCExec) of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) take place?

• A) New York
• B) Geneva
• C) Rome
• D) Paris

Answer: C) India actively participated in the 86th session of the CCExec of the CAC as a member elected on a geographic basis (Asia). The session occurred at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome from July 1st to 5th, 2024.