Consider the following statements with respect to Hyogo Framework of Action 1 It was ...........

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Consider the following statements with respect to Hyogo Framework of Action.

1. It was adopted in 2005 and works towards disaster management and risk mitigation.

2. India is still not a signatory to the framework though negotiations are going on at the advanced levels.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

India has been a proactive proponent of adaptation and mitigation efforts related to disaster risks and also was one of the first signatory to the Hyogo framework on Disaster Risk Reduction. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect. Hyogo framework was adopted in 2005 and works towards Disaster Risk Reduction. Hence, only statement 2 is incorrect and answer is B.