Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution is a part of the Indian government responsible for protecting consumers' rights, ensuring fair trade practices, and managing food distribution systems. It oversees policies related to consumer protection, controls the prices of essential commodities through schemes like the Public Distribution System, and promotes food security for the population. Its goal is to ensure that consumers receive safe, fair, and affordable products while maintaining transparent and efficient food and distribution policies.