world_organizations hard True/False

The IPPC's International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) are adopted by consensus of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM) and serve as reference standards under the WTO SPS Agreement for justifying phytosanitary trade measures.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

ISPMs provide scientifically justified, internationally harmonized rules for pest risk analysis, certification, and management. Their recognition under the SPS Agreement reduces arbitrary trade barriers, facilitates safe agricultural trade, and supports global food security and biodiversity conservation.

Topic International Plant Protection Convention
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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