Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights (PPV&FR), 2001 is the only IPR law in the world that grants intellectual property rights to both plant breeders and farmers.
2.The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) is a statutory body established under Environment Protection Act, 1986.
3.The National Wetland Committee advises the Central Government on designation of Ramsar Sites in India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct
Statement 1 is correct: Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights (PPV&FR), 2001 aims to conserve plant varieties and promote the development of new ones. It is the only IPR law in the world that grants intellectual property rights to both plant breeders and farmers.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), established in 2003 under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is a statutory autonomous body tasked with implementing the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Statement 3 is correct: National Wetland Committee. This national body advises the Central Government on:
- Conservation and wise use of wetlands.
- Designation of Ramsar Sites (wetlands of international importance).
- Collaboration with international agencies on wetland-related matters.
- Enhancing awareness among stakeholders and local communities.
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