The Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011 prescribes the limit of trans fats to be not more than _____ percent by weight in vanaspati.

Correct option is A

✅ (a) 5:
· The Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011 set a maximum limit of 5% trans fats by weight in vanaspati (hydrogenated vegetable oils).
· Trans fats are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and other health issues.
· This regulation aims to reduce trans fat content in foods to promote public health.
· Lowering trans fats in vanaspati improves its nutritional profile and safety for consumers.
❌ (b) 10: Too high; above permissible limit. ❌ (c) 20: Excessively high and unsafe. ❌ (d) 15: Also above allowed limit.