Acknowledging the years of efforts of tribal people in conserving 130 varieties of indigenous cultivars of rice, Koraput district was declared as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System. Which one of the following pairs (Organisation: Year) is correct?

The Correct answer is Option 3 

Key Points

• The Koraput district was declared as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS) by the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in 2002. This recognition acknowledges the traditional agricultural practices and the rich biodiversity maintained by the tribal communities in the region, particularly in conserving indigenous rice varieties.
• Thus, the correct pair is Option 3: Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of United Nations: 2002. 

Additional Information Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO)

• Established: October 16, 1945
• Headquarters: Rome, Italy
• Membership: 194 member countries, along with the European Union.
• FAO Food Price Index: Monitors and reports on international food prices.