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  • Apr 24, 2024
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GOVT. SHOULD ACT ON FMCG FIRMS USING ‘MISLEADING’ ADS: SC

Why in the news?

Supreme Court urges action against FMCG firms for misleading ads targeting consumers, especially families with babies and schoolchildren.

About Supreme Court’s Concerns:

  • The Supreme Court urged the Centre to take action against FMCG companies for misleading advertisements targeting consumers, especially families with babies and schoolchildren.
  • Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah expressed concern over the impact of such ads on public health, particularly children.
  • Recent reports alleging higher sugar content in Nestle’s baby food products prompted the Union Consumer Affairs Ministry to request an investigation by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
source:medium
About Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG):

  • Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) are regularly consumed or sold packaged goods.
  • Household and personal care products comprise 50%, healthcare 31-32%, and food and beverage 18-19% of FMCG sales.
  • FMCG is the fourth largest sector in India’s economy.
  • It employs around 3 million people, contributing to 5% of total factory employment.
  • FMCG is a significant contributor to India’s GDP growth.
  • Growth in the FMCG sector is driven by improvements in both demand and supply sides.

Source:https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/government-should-act-on-fmcg-firms-using-misleading-ads-supreme-court/article68098656.ece#:~:text=The%20Supreme%20Court%20on%20April,families%20with%20babies%20and%20schoolchildren.