Q. With reference to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), consider the following statements:
1.It was established as a specialized agency of the United Nations in the year 1950.
2.The WMO currently has over 190 member states, with India as one of its members.
3.The headquarters of WMO is located in Vienna, Austria.
4.The “State of the Global Climate” report is published by the WMO.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1, 2 and 4 only

[C] 1 and 4 only

[D] 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct. The WMO was established on 23rd March 1950 as a specialized agency of the United Nations, aimed at promoting international cooperation in meteorology and related fields.
  • Statement 2 is correct. The WMO has 193 Member States and Territories, which includes India.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect. The headquarters of WMO is located in Geneva, Switzerland, not Vienna, Austria.
  • Statement 4 is correct. The “State of the Global Climate” is an annual report released by the WMO, providing authoritative information on climate trends and extreme weather events.

Source– WMO

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