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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Kyoto Protocol:
1. It is the first international treaty to set legally binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Only Annex-I (developed) countries were given mandatory emission reduction targets.
3. The United States signed and ratified the Kyoto Protocol.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The Kyoto Protocol (1997) was the first treaty to legally bind countries to emission reduction targets.
Statement 2 is correct. Only developed (Annex-I) countries had binding targets; developing countries like India and China did not.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The US signed but later withdrew and never ratified the Protocol due to concerns over economic impact and lack of obligations for developing countries.
Incorrect
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The Kyoto Protocol (1997) was the first treaty to legally bind countries to emission reduction targets.
Statement 2 is correct. Only developed (Annex-I) countries had binding targets; developing countries like India and China did not.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The US signed but later withdrew and never ratified the Protocol due to concerns over economic impact and lack of obligations for developing countries.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following mechanisms are part of the Kyoto Protocol’s flexibility mechanisms?
1. Clean Development Mechanism (CDM)
2. Emissions Trading
3. Global Carbon Tax
4. Joint Implementation (JI)
Select the correct answer:
Correct
Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
CDM allows developed countries to invest in emission reduction projects in developing countries.
Emissions Trading enables countries to buy/sell emission allowances.
Joint Implementation (JI) allows emission-reduction projects between developed countries.
Global Carbon Tax is not part of the Kyoto Protocol; it’s a concept proposed in later frameworks.
Incorrect
Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
CDM allows developed countries to invest in emission reduction projects in developing countries.
Emissions Trading enables countries to buy/sell emission allowances.
Joint Implementation (JI) allows emission-reduction projects between developed countries.
Global Carbon Tax is not part of the Kyoto Protocol; it’s a concept proposed in later frameworks.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
In 2023, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted a Net Zero Framework. What is the key objective of this initiative?
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Answer: (c) Achieve net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by 2050
Explanation:
The IMO’s revised GHG Strategy (2023) sets the goal of reaching net-zero emissions from international shipping by or around 2050.
It also includes interim targets for 2030 and 2040, aligned with the Paris Agreement temperature goals.
Incorrect
Answer: (c) Achieve net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by 2050
Explanation:
The IMO’s revised GHG Strategy (2023) sets the goal of reaching net-zero emissions from international shipping by or around 2050.
It also includes interim targets for 2030 and 2040, aligned with the Paris Agreement temperature goals.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following best describes the principle of “Common but Differentiated Responsibilities” (CBDR)?
Correct
Answer: (c) Developed countries have greater historical responsibility to reduce emissions
Explanation:
CBDR is a foundational principle in the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol.
It recognizes that developed nations contributed more to historical emissions and must lead the way, while developing nations are given flexibility.
Incorrect
Answer: (c) Developed countries have greater historical responsibility to reduce emissions
Explanation:
CBDR is a foundational principle in the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol.
It recognizes that developed nations contributed more to historical emissions and must lead the way, while developing nations are given flexibility.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
In India’s E-Waste Management Rules, 2022, the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificate mechanism aims to:
Correct
Answer: (c) Promote circular economy by enforcing recycling targets
Explanation:
EPR places the responsibility on manufacturers and producers to collect and recycle a fixed percentage of their e-waste.
This helps formalize recycling, reduce pollution, and support a circular economy.
Incorrect
Answer: (c) Promote circular economy by enforcing recycling targets
Explanation:
EPR places the responsibility on manufacturers and producers to collect and recycle a fixed percentage of their e-waste.
This helps formalize recycling, reduce pollution, and support a circular economy.
