With reference to a conservation organization called `Wetlands International`, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention. 2. It works at

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Q: 10 (IAS/2014)
With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Ecology

question_exam: 

IAS

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The correct answer is:

2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.

Explanation: Wetlands International is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that works towards the conservation and restoration of wetlands around the world. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies. While it collaborates with Ramsar Convention and other organizations, it is not an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.