With reference to 'Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)', consider the following statements :
1. It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.
2. It monitors chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging.
3. It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

As the implementing body for the Chemical Weapons Convention, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, with its 193 Member States, oversees the global endeavour to permanently and verifiably eliminate chemical weapons.