UPSC Prelims 2024 PYQ – International Grains Council

✅ Correct Answer: (a) 1 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 – Correct: The International Grains Council (IGC) is an intergovernmental organization that oversees the Grains Trade Convention. India is a member of the IGC.
• Statement 2 – Incorrect: There is no mandatory requirement to be a member of the IGC to export or import grains like rice and wheat. Several non-member countries actively trade in grains.