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The IPPC's System Approach for pest risk management combines multiple independent measures (e.g., pre-harvest inspections, post-harvest treatments, and monitoring) to achieve an appropriate level of protection while facilitating trade in agricultural commodities, reducing reliance on single, trade-_____ measures like fumigation.

  1. restrictive
  2. facilitating
  3. supporting
  4. enhancing

Answer: restrictive

System Approaches offer flexibility: if one measure fails, others provide backup protection. This reduces the need for disruptive treatments that can affect product quality or face consumer resistance. By enabling science-based, proportionate measures, they support safe trade while minimizing unnecessary barriers.

Topic International Plant Protection Convention
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC