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Human Ecology and Family Sciences Part I
Food Quality and Food Safety
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Question Bank - Food Quality a...

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Question Bank: Food Quality and Food Safety

This chapter discusses the significance of food quality and safety, exploring issues related to food-borne illnesses, hygiene, and regulations.

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Question Bank - Food Quality and Food Safety

Q1.

Which of the following is the primary purpose of food safety standards?

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Q2.

What organization is responsible for laying down food safety standards in India?

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Q3.

Which of the following best describes 'food-borne illnesses'?

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Q4.

What role does the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) play in food safety?

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Q-00091079
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Q5.

Which act consolidates food safety laws in India?

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Q-00091081
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Q6.

What is the function of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?

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Q7.

Which is NOT a cause of food-borne illnesses?

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Q8.

What does 'Agmark' signify?

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Q9.

In the context of food regulations, what does 'hazard analysis' involve?

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Q10.

How does international trade relate to food safety?

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Q11.

Which of the following is a key principle of food safety management systems?

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Q12.

What is one major consequence of food contamination?

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Q13.

Which of the following better defines 'food quality'?

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Q14.

Which governmental act was passed to improve food safety regulations in India?

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Q15.

What is the primary goal of food safety?

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Q16.

Which type of hazard includes contaminants like pesticides?

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Q17.

Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard in food?

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Q18.

What does toxicity refer to in the context of food safety?

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Q19.

Which organization is responsible for setting international food safety standards?

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Q20.

Which of the following practices can help ensure food safety?

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Q21.

What might be a direct consequence of inadequate food safety standards?

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Q22.

What does hazard analysis in food safety entail?

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Q23.

Which of the following can be considered a biological hazard?

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Q24.

What is the relationship between food safety and food quality?

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Q25.

How can consumers protect themselves from foodborne illnesses?

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Q26.

Which of the following is an important role of active surveillance in food safety?

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Q27.

Why is monitoring food safety crucial in the context of international trade?

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Q28.

What is the primary purpose of food standards set by food safety authorities?

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Q29.

How do environmental factors affect food safety?

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Q30.

What is the main aim of food safety management systems?

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Q31.

Which organization publishes international food safety standards?

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Q32.

What is the role of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) concerning food?

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Q33.

Which factor increases the risk of food contamination in commercial settings?

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Q34.

What is the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA), 2006 primarily designed to do?

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Q35.

What major health issue is linked to unsafe food consumption?

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Q36.

Why are food-borne microbial diseases becoming more prevalent?

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Q37.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of processed foods?

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Q38.

What is one primary function of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?

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Q39.

What type of contamination is most likely associated with inadequate storage of foods?

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Q40.

What is a benefit of food certification programs like ISI and Agmark?

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Q41.

In the context of food safety, what does the term 'hazard' refer to?

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Q42.

What type of food inspection is essential for maintaining food safety compliance?

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Q43.

Which of the following methods can help reduce food-borne illnesses?

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Q44.

What is a significant challenge to global food safety today?

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Q45.

How do international standards like those from ISO differ from Codex standards?

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Q46.

What does food safety ensure?

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Q47.

Which type of hazard involves harmful biological agents?

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Q48.

What defines the term 'toxicity' in food safety?

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Q49.

What is an example of a physical hazard in food?

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Q50.

Which organization focuses on international food safety standards?

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Q51.

What does risk assessment in food quality involve?

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Q52.

Why is it essential for countries to have effective food safety standards?

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Q53.

Which of the following is NOT a type of hazard related to food safety?

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Q54.

What is the role of preservatives in food?

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Q55.

Which term describes the relative probability of harm from a substance?

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Q56.

What is a common misconception about food safety?

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Q57.

Which of the following is a function of food quality management systems?

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Q58.

What is the primary objective of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006?

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Q59.

Which body is responsible for framing regulations under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006?

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Q60.

Which of the following is a voluntary mark for food products in India?

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Q-00091137
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Q61.

What is the role of Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC)?

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Q-00091138
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Q62.

What does the acronym FSSAI stand for?

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Q63.

Which international organization focuses on standardization including food safety?

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Q64.

What does the ISI mark signify?

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Q65.

Which of the following Acts was enacted to prevent food adulteration in India?

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Q66.

What is a key focus of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India as per the FSSA?

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Q67.

How does the FSSA contribute to food-related risk management?

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Q68.

Which of the following is NOT a function of FSSAI?

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Q69.

What type of standards does Codex Alimentarius provide?

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Q70.

Which mark certifies processed food for safety in India?

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Q71.

The FSSAI Act shifted food laws from compositional to which type of standards?

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Q72.

What is one key feature of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?

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Q73.

Which profession focuses on ensuring that food products meet safety and quality standards?

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Q74.

What is a key purpose of HACCP in food safety management?

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Q75.

Which career option involves the official inspection of food establishments to ensure compliance with safety regulations?

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Q76.

Which organization is responsible for setting food safety standards in India?

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Q77.

What type of work might a food analyst perform?

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Q78.

Which of the following is an emerging career path in food safety management?

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Q79.

What is the main focus of research roles within food safety?

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Q80.

Which of the following roles requires knowledge of Food Microbiology?

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Q-00091157
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Q81.

In which area can professionals in food safety find employment?

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Q82.

What does FSSA stand for, crucial for food safety in India?

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Q-00091159
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Q83.

Which of the following best describes 'GMP' in food safety?

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Q84.

Why are food safety audits important?

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Q85.

Which role is primarily responsible for educating others about food safety and sanitation?

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Q86.

The role of a Food Auditor typically involves which of the following tasks?

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Q87.

Which certification might be important for professionals in food quality management?

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Q-00091164
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Q88.

What is one benefit of self-employment in the food safety sector?

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Q-00091165
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Q89.

What does HACCP stand for in food safety management?

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Q-00091166
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Q90.

Which practice emphasizes the importance of hygiene during food handling to minimize contamination?

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Q-00091167
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Q91.

What is the main objective of implementing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)?

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Q-00091168
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Q92.

Which system requires a detailed assessment of each step in the food production process for potential hazards?

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Q-00091169
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Q93.

How often are Codex standards reviewed?

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Q94.

What is a key characteristic of Good Handling Practices (GHP)?

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Q-00091171
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Q95.

Which of the following is a primary purpose of a food control system?

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Q96.

What type of hazards does HACCP identify?

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Q-00091173
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Q97.

Which of the following plays a crucial role in analyzing food contaminants?

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Q-00091174
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Q98.

What is one of the main benefits of implementing food safety management systems?

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Q-00091175
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Q99.

What is a common misconception about food safety management systems?

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Q100.

Which food safety management system focuses on proactive analysis rather than reactive measures?

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Q-00091177
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Q101.

What critical factor can cause an increase in food-borne illnesses in the population?

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Q-00091178
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Q102.

What is the core focus of Good Manufacturing Practices?

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Q-00091179
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