Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and the Arbor Day Foundation have recently recognized Hyderabad as 2020 Tree City of the World.
Statement 2: Hyderabad was selected for the recognition for a year following its commitment to grow and maintain the urban forests.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — Statement 1 is not correct but Statement 2 is correct
The question tests knowledge about the Tree City of the World recognition program and the specific case of Hyderabad. Statement 1 incorrectly attributes the recognition to UNCDF (United Nations Capital Development Fund) and Arbor Day Foundation, while in reality it is a joint program by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Arbor Day Foundation. Statement 2 correctly identifies Hyderabad's commitment to urban forestry as the basis for its recognition.
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: The Tree City of the World recognition is a joint initiative of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Arbor Day Foundation, not UNCDF and Arbor Day Foundation.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Hyderabad was indeed recognized as a 2020 Tree City of the World for its commitment to growing and maintaining urban forests.
📝 Short Notes: Tree City of the World Programme
- Organizing Bodies: Joint initiative by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Arbor Day Foundation
- Purpose: Recognition program to honor cities and towns committed to ensuring urban forests and trees are properly maintained, sustainably managed, and duly celebrated
- Recognition Criteria: Cities must demonstrate (1) Establish Responsibility, (2) Set the Rules, (3) Know What You Have, (4) Allocate Resources, and (5) Celebrate Achievements
- Indian Cities Recognized (2020): Hyderabad was among the first Indian cities to receive this recognition
- Significance: Promotes urban forestry as an essential component of healthy, sustainable cities and encourages tree planting and maintenance in urban areas
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