Question
Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFI(c).
1. TRAFFIC is a beurau under United Nation 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
Answer:
B
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Explanation:
he correct answer is (b) 2 only.
Statement 1 is incorrect. TRAFFIC is not a bureau under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). TRAFFIC is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that operates as a strategic alliance between the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). It works in collaboration with various government agencies, international organizations, and civil society to address issues related to the trade in wild plants and animals.
Statement 2 is correct. The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals does not pose a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC aims to promote sustainable trade, combat illegal wildlife trafficking, and encourage responsible consumer choices. It plays a significant role in monitoring and analyzing trade patterns, providing information and expertise to guide policy and decision-making, and raising awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation.