Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Ottawa Convention:
1.It bans the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines due to their long-term impact on civilians.
2.India is a member of this Convention.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct – the Ottawa Convention (Mine Ban Treaty) prohibits anti-personnel mines.
- Statement 2 is incorrect – India is not a signatory to the Convention.
Source- TH
