Question

WWF works in the field of
A) Wildlife conservation
B) Child labour
C) Forest conservation
D) Water conservation

Answer 1

Hint: Conservation of natural resources as well as the flora and fauna of the world’s ecosystems is very important. Increasing population and industrialization had led to high pollution rates as well. It has also led to the extinction of many species of plants and animals.

Complete answer:
Now let us analyze the given options:
A. WWF or World Wildlife Fund for nature works in the preservation of wildlife. It also aims to reduce the effects of increased human impact on the flora and fauna of the ecosystems. It is an international NGO that was founded in 1961. And its main field of work is in the conservation of Wildlife.
B. The international organization working in the field of child labour is UNICEF under the United Nations Organization. The organization works to prevent and respond to cases of child labour all around the world. Thus it is not the right option.
C. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is an international organization that works in the field of conservation of forests. Thus it is not the right option.
D. the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) is an international organization that functions in the conservation of natural resources including water conservation. Thus it is not the right option.

Hence the correct answer is option ‘A’ that is, World Wildlife Fund works in the field of wildlife conservation.

Note: The symbol for WWF is the giant Panda. The organization works on a wide variety of issues globally which can lead to loss of biodiversity. The main objectives for the WWF are:
- Conservation of the World’s biodiversity.
- Promoting reduction in pollution rates.
- Usage of renewable and sustainable resources.