Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Pro- gramme can significantly contribute to:1. protection of biodiversity2. resilience of forest ecosystems3. poverty reductionSelect the correct answer using the code given below.
✓ Correct answer: d) 1, 2 and 3
ExplanationReducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) is a mechanism developed by Parties to the UNFCCC.In order to provide incentives for developing countries to cut emissions from forested lands and invest in low-carbon paths, it sets a financial value for the carbon con- tained in forests.For activities based on results, the developing countries will be compensated.The UN-REDD Programme has identified the following three topics for supporting national REDD+ governance structures:Country-led multi-stakeholder governance assessments that contribute to the development and implementation of national REDD+ strategies (for tackling forest degradation and biodiversity loss) and nationally owned monitoring frameworksSocial standards, including poverty and gender.Land and/or carbon tenure and the role of REDD+ within national land use strategies The REDD+ goes beyond simply deforestation and forest degra- dation by including the role of conservation, sustainable manage- ment of forests and enhancement of forest carbon stocks.146
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