Q. Consider the following statements about Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC):
1. It is the first multilateral disarmament treaty banning the production of an entire category of weapons.
2. India is not a signatory to the convention.
Which of the above given statement is/are not correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: The Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC) opened for signature in 1972 and entered into force in 1975. It is the first multilateral disarmament treaty banning the production of an entire category of weapons.
Obligations: The treaty bans the development or acquire or transfer of
- a) biological agents or toxins that have no justification for peaceful uses and
- b) weapons or equipment designed to use such agents or toxins for hostile purposes.
Members: It currently has 183 states. India signed the convention in 1973.
