Q. Consider the following statements regarding the International Maritime Organization (IMO):
1.It is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for regulating maritime safety, security, and prevention of marine pollution from ships.
2.The IMO’s regulations become binding international law automatically for all member states upon adoption.
3.The headquarters of the IMO is located in London, United Kingdom.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct
Statement 1 is correct: IMO is a UN specialized agency regulating maritime safety, security, and marine pollution.
Statement 2 is incorrect: IMO’s regulations do not become binding automatically; they must be adopted into national law by member states.
Statement 3 is correct: The IMO’s headquarters is in London, United Kingdom.
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