Q. Consider the following statements regarding United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)::
1. It is one of the six main organs of the UN.
2. It publishes the Emission Gap Report.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect: It is not a main organ of the UN. UNEP is a leading global environmental authority established on 5th June 1972. Functions: It sets the global environmental agenda, promotes sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for global environment protection.

Statement 2 is correct: Major Reports: Emission Gap Report, Adaptation Gap Report, Global Environment Outlook, Frontiers, Invest into Healthy Planet.

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