With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements : 1. It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. 2. It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness. 3. It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 and 3 only
B
2 only
C
2 and 3 only
Correct Answer
D
1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Statements 2 and 3 are correct because the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) is a premier non-governmental organization (NGO) that promotes conservation through scientific research and public outreach programs like nature trails and camps. Statement 1 is the most tempting error, but it is incorrect because BNHS is a private society founded in 1883, not an autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. The core concept tested is the ability to distinguish between prominent non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and official statutory or government-affiliated environmental institutions in India.
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