Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. The Best Tourism Villages Initiative is a global program launched by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 2021 to recognize and promote outstanding rural tourism destinations. The program aims to support villages that are committed to sustainable tourism and that exemplify rural and community-based values, products, and lifestyles. The award is given to villages that are leaders in rural development and preservation of landscapes, cultural diversity, local values and food traditions.

Tourism regulation is primarily the responsibility of national governments. The UNWTO provides guidance and support to governments in developing and implementing tourism policies and regulations, but it does not have the authority to regulate the industry directly.

The UNWTO’s mission is to promote sustainable and inclusive tourism development. It does this by providing a forum for governments, the private sector, and other stakeholders to collaborate on tourism issues, by developing and promoting global tourism standards, and by providing technical assistance to developing countries.

Source: ForumIAS