Multiple choice

Which of the following was the subject of the Legal Metrology Bill, 2008 passed by the Parliament recently?

  1. Marine exports

  2. Judicial services

  3. Weights & measures

  4. Weather forecasts

  5. Scientific research

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Parliament passed the Legal Metrology Bill, 2008 recently. It provides for regulation of weight or measure used in transactions; approval of model of weight or measure; verification of prescribed weight or measure by government approved test centre; exempting regulation of weight or measure or other goods meant for export; levy of fees for various services; nomination of a director by a company who will be responsible for complying with the provisions of the enactment; penalty for offences and appeal against decision of various authorities.