With reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’, consider the following statements: 1. It is an organisation of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO. 2. It monitors the chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging. 3. It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: 2 and 3 only. Statement 1 is incorrect: The OPCW is not an EU or- ganization. The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is an independent, autonomous international organization established in 1997 to implement the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). While OPCW collaborates with the UN, WHO, and other international agencies, it is not di- rectly linked to NATO or the EU. Statement 2 is correct: OPCW verifies and inspects chemical industries worldwide to ensure compliance with the Chem- ical Weapons Convention. It prevents the development and stockpiling of chemical weapons by monitoring the produc- tion and trade of dual-use chemicals. Statement 3 is correct: OPCW helps member states (States Parties) with protective measures against chemical weapon threats. It provides technical and logistical assistance in case of chemical attacks or threats. International Relations and Current Affairs 655 60

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