Question
With reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)', consider the following statements:
1. It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.
2. It monitors 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?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer:
B
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Explanation:
1 is incorrect. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is not an organization of the European Union, nor does it have a working relationship with NATO or the World Health Organization (WHO). It is an independent international organization established by the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and has its headquarters in The Hague, Netherlands.
2 is correct. The primary purpose of the OPCW is to implement the provisions of the Chemical Weapons Convention and ensure the elimination of chemical weapons. It monitors the chemical industry and takes measures to prevent the emergence of new chemical weapons.
3 is correct. The OPCW provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats. This includes technical cooperation, sharing of information and expertise, and assistance in building national capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to chemical weapons incidents.