Why in news?

• India at the UNSC advocated for the BTWC saying that it is important to ensure its implementation in letter and spirit.

About BTWC or Biological Weapons Convention (BWC):

• It was the first multilateral treaty categorically banning a class of weapon.
• The treaty prohibits the development, stockpile, production, or transfer of biological agents and toxins of “types and quantities” that have no justification for protective or peaceful use.
• Membership: 183 (including India) .