Question

In 2001, the Government of India initiated the National

Programme for Organic Production (NPOP). This program not only establishes the institutional framework for accrediting certification agencies and implementing certification processes through accredited Certification Bodies (CBs), but also ensures effective functioning with regular monitoring. NPOP is a third-party certification program encompassing the production, processing, trading, and export requirements for organic products. Which ministry launched the NPOP?

A Ministry of Commerce and Industry

B Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare

C Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (DCA)

D Ministry of External Affairs

E Ministry of Food Processing Industries

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