With reference to the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS), considerthe following statements:1. It is a programme of the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) of the UnitedNations.2. India has three recognised GIAHS sites.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2023

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With reference to the ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)’, considerthe following statements:1. It is a programme of the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) of the UnitedNations.2. India has three recognised GIAHS sites.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A	1 only
B	2 only
C	Both 1 and 2
D	Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) represent not only stunning natural landscapes but also agricultural practices that create livelihoods in rural areas while combining biodiversity, resilient ecosystems and tradition and innovation in a unique way.

Detailed explanation-2: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Kuttanad Farming System. The concept of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) is distinct from a conventional heritage site or protected area/landscape.

Detailed explanation-3: -In 1996, rice terraces in four municipalities in Ifugao (Kiangan, Banaue, Hungduan and Mayoyao) were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites (UNESCO, 2002).

Detailed explanation-4: -The three GIAHS in India are: Koraput Traditional Agriculture, Odisha. Kuttanad Below Sea Level Farming System, Kerala. Pampore Saffron Heritage, Jammu & Kashmir.

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