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Which government body is working for standardization of products?
BEE
BIS
BBS
NABL
BIS
Quick Summary: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India, responsible for the development, publication, and implementation of standards for various products, services, and systems. It ensures quality control, consumer protection, and the promotion of standardized practices in industrial manufacturing.
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India, responsible for the development, publication, and implementation of standards for various products, services, and systems. It ensures quality control, consumer protection, and the promotion of standardized practices in industrial manufacturing.
Quality Index=Standard SpecificationsActual Performance — Represents the relative compliance level against the BIS standard.
BIS operates under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. It works by formulating Indian Standards through technical committees consisting of subject matter experts, which then undergo public consultation and rigorous validation before being notified for voluntary or mandatory certification (ISI mark).
BIS replaced the Indian Standards Institution (ISI) in 1986.
The 'ISI' mark is the certification mark for industrial products in India.
BIS facilitates the 'Hallmark' system for gold jewelry purity.
Mandatory certification exists for products affecting human health and safety.
Ensures product reliability and consumer safety.
Facilitates international trade through global alignment of standards.
Compliance processes can be lengthy and cost-intensive for MSMEs.
Constant vigilance is required to prevent misuse of certification marks.
Electrical equipment (switches, cables, motors).
Food products, cement, and medical devices.
Consumer electronics.
BEE (Bureau of Energy Efficiency) focuses on energy conservation and star rating of appliances.
NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) provides formal recognition to laboratories.
BBS is not a standard-setting body recognized in the Indian government framework.
B is correct — BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) is the national statutory body for the standardization, marking, and quality certification of goods in India.
Always distinguish between BIS (Quality Standards) and BEE (Energy Efficiency Standards) in technical exams, as they are frequently confused in power-related questions.