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FAO's Codex Alimentarius Commission develops international food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in food trade.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Established by FAO and WHO in 1963, Codex Alimentarius sets science-based international food standards. These serve as references for WTO SPS and TBT Agreements, facilitating safe food trade while protecting consumers from health hazards and fraudulent practices.

Topic Food and Agriculture Organization
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway
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