Consider the following statements regarding the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC):
1. The GEAC is a statutory body established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. The committee is responsible for evaluating proposals related to the release of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and monitoring their import and export.
3. The GEAC’s members are not required to disclose potential conflicts of interest before participating in decision-making processes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1 only
4
3 only