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Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UNREDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to

  1. 1.Protection of biodiversity
  2. 2.Resilience of forest ecosystems
  3. 3.Poverty reduction.
  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.3 only
  3. C.2 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

The UNREDD+ Programme focuses on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation, conservation of forest carbon stocks, sustainable management of forests, and enhancement of forest carbon stocks. These objectives directly contribute to protecting biodiversity within forest ecosystems, enhancing the resilience of these ecosystems to environmental changes, and improving the livelihoods and reducing poverty for forest-dependent communities.

Source: UPSC gs1 2016

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