Consider the following statements : 1. . In India, the Biodiversity Management Committees are key to the realization of the objectives of the Nagoya Protocol. 2. The Biodiversity Management Committees have important functions in determining access and ben

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Q: 99 (IAS/2023)
Consider the following statements :
1. . In India, the Biodiversity Management Committees are key to the realization of the objectives of the Nagoya Protocol.
2. The Biodiversity Management Committees have important functions in determining access and benefit sharing, including the power to levy collection fees on the access of biological resources within its jurisdiction.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

question_subject: 

Ecology

question_exam: 

IAS

stats: 

0,15,2,2,0,15,0

Explanation:

Option 1 is correct. The Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) play a key role in realizing the objectives of the Nagoya Protocol in India. The Nagoya Protocol aims to ensure fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources, which BMCs facilitate at a local level.

Option 2 is also correct. The BMCs indeed have the responsibility of determining access and benefit-sharing. They have the power to levy charges or fees for accessing and collecting biodiversity within their local jurisdiction, as part of the shared benefits.

Hence, Option 3 is the correct answer as both statements 1 and 2 are correct. Kudos to the student for a well-answered question. It shows an understanding of the role of Biodiversity Management Committees and their function within the context of the Nagoya Protocol.

Remember, having a clear understanding of each statement helps in selecting the most accurate answer.