Misbranding refers to—

Correct option is C

• Option (c): Correct
– Misbranding occurs when a food label contains:
• False claims
• Misleading pictures
• Incorrect nutritional information
• Misrepresentation of ingredients
– It is a labeling offence.
• Option (a): Incorrect — Wrong packaging material is a compliance or safety issue, not misbranding.
• Option (b): Incorrect — Adulteration is different from misbranding.
• Option (d): Incorrect — Selling expired product is a separate violation.