UPSC Prelims GS - 2021

Question 97
EASYCorrect: +2Incorrect: -2

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?

    a
    Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct and Statement 2 is the correct explanation for Statement 1
    b
    Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation for Statement 1
    c
    Statement 1 is correct but Statement 2 is not correct
    d
    Statement 1 is not correct but Statement 2 is correct