Question

Q44. Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO)?

1. It has been established under the auspices of the United Nations.

2. India is among the members of ITTO.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. (a) Only 1
• B. (b) Only 2
• C. (c) Both 1 and 2
• D. (d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

(c) Both 1 and 2

The International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) was established under the auspices of the United Nations in 1986 amidst increasing worldwide concern for the fate of tropical forests.

• ITTO develops internationally agreed policy documents to promote sustainable forest management and forest conservation and assists tropical member countries to adapt such policies to local circumstances and to implement them.
• India is among the members of ITTO.