Consider the following international agreements
- The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
- The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
- The World Heritage Convention
Which of the above has/have a bearing on the biodiversity?
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2014 Prelims]
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
- Adopted in 2001 by the 31st session of the Conference of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations
- Also known as the Seed Treaty
- India is a signatory to the treaty
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
- Sole legally binding international agreement linking environment and development to sustainable land management
- Drafted in 1994, became effective in 1996 after receiving 50 ratifications
- Aim is to implement the Convention and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals through partnerships among its 197 Parties
World Heritage Convention
- Created in 1972 to identify and safeguard natural and cultural heritage of outstanding universal value
- Operates under the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)