Correct Option (A)
Statement 1 is correct. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) operates as the National Standards Body of India, functioning under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India. The BIS Standard Mark is mandated for automotive tyres and tubes to ensure quality and safety standards.
Incorrect Options:
Statement 2 is incorrect. AGMARK is a quality certification mark issued by the Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (DMI), an agency of the Government of India. It is not issued by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The FAO is an international organization dedicated to promoting food security and agricultural development globally.