The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) was established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. It consolidates various acts and orders related to food safety that were previously handled by different ministries and departments. FSSAI is responsible for laying down scientific standards for food products and regulating their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import to ensure safe and wholesome food for human consumption. It also promotes general awareness about food safety and standards.