Consider the following international agreements:1. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.2. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.3. The World Heritage ConventionWhich of the above has/have a bearing on biodiversity?
✓ Correct answer: d) 1, 2 and 3
ExplanationOption 1 is correct: The International Treaty on Plant Genet- ic Resources for Food and Agriculture, also known as the Seed Treaty, was adopted during the 31st session of the United Na- tions Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 2001. India is a signatory to this treaty, which directly impacts biodiversity, as seeds are crucial for the conservation of plant genetic resources.Option 2 is correct: United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) was established in 1994. It is the sole legally binding international agreement linking environment and development to sustainable land management.Habitat loss to meet our demand for food, raw materials or buildings is the lead- ing cause of species extinction.Conserving, restoring, and sus- tainably managing habitats and ecosystems is recognized as the most effective way to protect biodiversity.One powerful example is the Great Green Wall.The Wall is an African-led initiative to restore biodiversity.Option 3 is correct: World Heritage Convention (1972) of UNESCO is concerned with the protection of the World Cultur- al an
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