Q. Consider the following statements about the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP):
1.ESCAP is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, focused on promoting economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
2.The headquarters of ESCAP is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
3.ESCAP aims to promote cooperation among its 53 member states (including India) and 9 associate members to address sustainable development challenges in the region.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 – Correct: ESCAP is indeed one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, and its primary goal is to promote economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Statement 2 – Incorrect: ESCAP’s headquarters is located in Bangkok, Thailand, not Geneva.
  • Statement 3 – Correct: ESCAP aims to promote cooperation among its 53 member states (including India) and 9 associate members to address sustainable development challenges in the region.

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