GS PrelimsEnvironmentBiodiversity Conservation2017

Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC): 1. TRAFFIC is a bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). 2. The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. Statement 1 is incorrect. TRAFFIC (the Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO), working globally on trade in wild animals and plants in the context of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. It is established as a strategic alliance of WWF and IUCN. It is not a bureau under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). 2. Statement 2 is correct. The stated mission of TRAFFIC is indeed to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature. 3. Therefore, only statement 2 is correct.

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