Consider the following statements: 1. The Global Ocean Commission grants licences for seabed exploration and mining in international waters. 2. India has received licences for seabed mineral exploration in international waters. 3. 'Rare earth minerals' are present on seafloor in international waters. Which of the statements given above are correct?
a
1 and 2 only
b
2 and 3 only
c
1 and 3 only
d
1, 2 and 3
Deep Sea Mining and Ocean GovernanceInternational Seabed Authority (ISA)International Seabed AuthorityISAUNCLOSPolymetallic NodulesRare Earth MineralsCentral Indian Ocean BasinGlobal Ocean Commission