The Export (Quality Control and Inspection) Act, 1963

The Export (Quality Control and Inspection) Act, 1963 was enacted to ensure that the quality of goods exported from India meets the required standards. The Act establishes the Export Inspection Council, which is responsible for the development of export quality standards and the inspection of export products to ensure that they meet these standards. The Council also provides certification services to exporters, which helps them to establish the quality of their products in the international market. The Act also provides for the appointment of Export Inspection Agencies, which are responsible for the inspection of export products and the issuance of inspection certificates. The Act aims to ensure that Indian exporters can compete in the international market by providing high-quality goods that meet the expectations of buyers.