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?
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Correct answer: D. Statement 1 is not correct but Statement 2 is correct
Statement 1 is not correct — Hyderabad was recognized as a 2020 Tree City of the World by the Arbor Day Foundation and the FAO, not the UNCDF. Statement 2 is correct — the recognition (for a year) was for its commitment to grow and maintain urban forests.
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