UPSC Ecology And Environment Terms, Conventions, Policies and Reports Question Bank Terms, Conventions, Policies And Reports

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    In the context of Amendment to Montreal Protocol, 2017, consider the following statements.
    1. 170 countries have reached a historic deal to phase out Hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs) after years of protracted and at times seemingly intractable negotiations in Kigali Rwanda accepted an amendment to the Montreal Protocol
    2. Developing countries must reduce HFCs use by 10% by 2019 from 2011-2013 levels and 85% by 2036.
    3. A third group of developing countries including India Pakistan and Arab Gulf states must begin the process in 2028 and reduce emissions by 10% by 2032 from 2024-2026 levels and then by 85% by 2047
    Choose the correct answer using the codes below.

    A) Only 2 & 3                   

    B) Only 2

    C) Only 1 & 3                   

    D) All of the above

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Statement 2 is wrong it should be Developed countries.


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