B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 5 Health and Food Law Oct 2025 Question Paper - SPPU

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PART - A [2×15=30]

1. Q1 Explain the constitutional framework that supports the ‘Right to Food’ in India. How has the judiciary expanded its scope through public interest litigation?
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2. Q2 Evaluate the role, composition and regulatory powers of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India as provided under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
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3. Q3 Trace the evolution of public health in India from ancient to modern times.
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4. Q4 What are the key objectives and provisions of the Transplantation of Human Organs Act, 1994? How does this Act regulate organ donation and transplantation in India?
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PART - B [3×10=30]

1. Q5 Discuss the key features of the Infant Milk Substitutes, Feeding Bottles and Infant Foods (Regulation of Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 1992.
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2. Q6 “The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 is a rights - based legislation.” Justify the statement with the help of relevant provisions of the Act of 2017.
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3. Q7 Explain the roles and responsibilities of the District Grievance Redressal Officer (DGRO) and the State Food Commission under the National Food Security Act, 2013.
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4. Q8 Discuss the salient features of the Pre-conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic techniques (PCPNDT) Act, 1994.
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5. Q9 What do you understand by the term ‘Health’? Discuss its significance in human life.
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PART - C

1. Q10 Write short notes on any two. [2×5=10]
   • a) Health related provisions in Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. Read the model answer
   • b) Punishment for removal of human organ without authority. Read the model answer
   • c) The Factories Act, 1948. Read the model answer
   • d) Food Recall Procedure under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Read the model answer

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