Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI)

Question 1

What is it?

Answer 1

DCGI heads the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) which ensures implementation of Drugs and Cosmetics Act across the country.

Question 2

Function?

Answer 2

Drug Controller General of India is responsible for approval of licenses of specified categories of Drugs such as blood and blood products, I. V. Fluids, Vaccine and Sera.