Q. With reference to the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA), consider the following statements:
1.It governs the construction of lighthouses and ports across all coastal nations.
2.Its headquarters are located in Paris, France.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. The IALA provides technical guidance, standards, and recommendations for marine aids to navigation, such as buoys, beacons, and lighthouses, to ensure maritime safety and efficiency. The actual construction and management of lighthouses are the responsibility of individual nations. IALA’s headquarters are located in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France.
Source: AIR
