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The Invasive Species Specialist Group (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organizations?

  1. A.The International Union for Conservation of Nature
  2. B.The United Nations Environment Programme
  3. C.The United Nations World Commission for Environment and Development
  4. D.The World Wide Fund for Nature
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: A. The International Union for Conservation of Nature

The Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG) is a global network of experts that provides information and advice on invasive alien species. It is a network within the Species Survival Commission (SSC) of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), a leading global environmental organization. The IUCN's work on invasive species is crucial for understanding their impacts and developing management strategies.

Source: UPSC gs1 2023

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