In the question below is given a statement followed by two options numbered 1 and 2. Based on this choose the correct option. Statement: Food standards have been laid down for meat and meat products by FSSAI. Option 1: Comminuted meat products should have a minimum of 75 percent meat (including lean meat, fat and edible offal) of the total formulation. Option 2: Extenders or binders are allowed up to a level of 3.5 percent in the finished product.

Correct option is B

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has laid down specific standards for meat and meat products to ensure quality and safety.
Comminuted meat products such as sausages, patties, and nuggets are required to contain a minimum of 65% meat, not 75%. Therefore, Option 1 is factually incorrect.
Extenders or binders such as cereals, starches, or soy protein may be added to meat products, but FSSAI regulations limit their inclusion to not more than 3.5% of the finished product. Hence, Option 2 is correct.
Thus, the correct answer is Option (b).