With reference to the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) consider the following statements:1.It is a global partnership between nations and organizations which strives to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems around the world.2.It aims to promote coral mining as a sustainable industry.3.India is a member of ICRI.How many of the above statement are correct?

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Q. With reference to the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) consider the following statements:
1.It is a global partnership between nations and organizations which strives to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems around the world.
2.It aims to promote coral mining as a sustainable industry.
3.India is a member of ICRI..
How many of the above statement are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. ICRI is a global partnership between nations and organizations which strives to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems around the world. India is a member of ICRI.

Statement 2 is incorrect. It does not promote coral mining as a sustainable industry.

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