(a) whether there has been any demand to label the genetically modified food and food products so as to determine the contents; and
(b) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
(a) whether there has been any demand to label the genetically modified food and food products so as to determine the contents; and
(b) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAT)
(a) & (b) : Yes Sir; world over there is a general view to have labelling of food and food
products derived from the genetically modified crops taking note of consumer`s interest. Government
is also considering this issue; a policy paper has been prepared from the view point of labelling
and also bio-safety issues as per the Environment (Protection) Act as and when the genetically
modified food and food products are available for commercial utilization.