With reference to UNESCO, consider the following statements: 1. UNESCO is a specialized agency of the United Nations with its headquarters in Geneva. 2. One of its objectives is to promote global peace and security through cooperation in education, science, and culture. 3. The "Man and the Biosphere (MAB)" Programme is one of its key initiatives. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect – The headquarters of UNESCO is in Paris, not Geneva.
Statement 2 is correct – UNESCO promotes peace and security through collaboration in education, science, and culture.
Statement 3 is correct – The Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme is one of UNESCO’s major initiatives focusing on sustainability and conservation.

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