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    Which of the following statements is/are true with respect to the objectives of Amrit Dharohar Scheme?

    I.                Implement integrated management approaches for wetlands to support green growth and sustainable development.

    II.                Promote the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity in wetland ecosystems, safeguarding their unique ecological values.

    III.                Contribute to the sequestration and storage of carbon in wetland ecosystems, thus helping mitigate climate change.

    A I and II only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B II only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C I and III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D II and III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E all of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The features of Amrit Dharohar scheme encompass promoting the unique conservation values of wetlands including their optimal use for enhancing biodiversity, carbon stock, ecotourism opportunities and income generation for local communities. The objectives inter-alia are integrated management of such wetlands for green growth, developing nature and culture-based tourism at the sites, community stewardship for wetland based livelihood, heritage, and culture, building convergence with different Ministries and departments, State Governments, Research and academic institutions and Industrial Sector, over the next three years across the country.

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