Correct option is B
The
Insecticides Act, 1968 was enacted by the
Parliament of India to regulate the
import, manufacture, sale, transport, distribution, and use of insecticides. The primary goal of this legislation is to ensure that insecticides used in agriculture and public health are
safe, effective, and of good quality.
�� Key Features of the Insecticides Act, 1968:
· Establishes the
Central Insecticides Board (CIB) to advise the Central Government on matters related to insecticides.
·
Requires registration of all insecticides before manufacture or import.
· Provides for the
licensing of manufacturers, dealers, and pest control operators.
· Empowers authorities to
inspect, sample, and analyze insecticides for compliance with safety and quality standards.
· Includes provisions for
banning hazardous substances or restricting their use.