Question
Residues of pesticides, heavy metals and antibiotics in
food affectSolution
1. Public Health Impacts (A): a. Pesticides: Neurotoxicity (e.g., organophosphates) b. Heavy Metals: • Lead → Developmental delays • Cadmium → Kidney damage c. Antibiotics: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) 2. Economic Impacts (B): a. Export rejections (EU rejects 15% Indian food shipments due to residues) b. Healthcare costs (₹12,000 crore/year in India per WHO estimates) c. Farmer losses (crop destruction from overuse) 3. Regulatory Framework: a. FSSAI sets MRLs (Maximum Residue Limits) for 295 pesticides b. Codex Alimentarius standards govern international trade
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