Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture:
1.It is the only permanent intergovernmental body that addresses the components of biological diversity for food and agriculture.
2.It operates under the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) is the only permanent intergovernmental body specifically dedicated to addressing all components of biodiversity for food and agriculture, including plants, animals, forests, aquatic organisms, microorganisms, and invertebrates. The CGRFA was established by the FAO in 1983 and operates under its framework to promote sustainable use, conservation of genetic resources, and equitable sharing of benefits derived from their use.
Source: Forum IAS
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