Scientists warn Centre against accepting ‘compromise formula’ at plant treaty meet in Peru
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Why in news
Scientists for Genetic Diversity urged the Union Ministers to reject a 'compromise formula' at the GB11 session of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture in Peru.
Background
Scientists for Genetic Diversity sent a formal letter to the Union Agriculture Minister, Union Environment Minister, and Director General of ICAR. They oppose a proposal regarding access and benefit-sharing (ABS) that they claim favors large agricultural corporations over developing nations.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyICAR: Indian Council of Agricultural Research
- FactGB11: The 11th session of the governing body of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
- PlacePeru: Host country for the treaty meeting
For Mains
Q. Critically analyze the challenges faced by developing nations in ensuring equitable access and benefit-sharing of genetic resources under international treaties.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Corporate hegemony: Risk of large agricultural firms monopolizing genetic resources through favorable ABS terms
- Sovereignty concerns: Erosion of developing countries' rights to domestic genetic biodiversity
- Transparency gap: Absence of mandatory payment schedules for the commercial use of genetic resources
Keywords: Access and Benefit-Sharing · Genetic Resources · Biodiversity Sovereignty · Corporate Monopolies · Agricultural Policy
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