Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is responsible for approving new drugs for marketing in India, and for monitoring their safety and efficacy.  
2.The role of the Export Inspection Council (EIC) is to ensure that products notified under the Export (Quality Control and Inspection) Act 1963 are meeting the requirements of the importing countries in respect of their quality and safety..
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) is responsible for approving new drugs for marketing in India, and for monitoring their safety and efficacy.

Statement 2 is correct. The role of the EIC is to ensure that products notified under the Export (Quality Control and Inspection) Act 1963 are meeting the requirements of the importing countries in respect of their quality and safety.

Source: ForumIAS