With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and the convention on international trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and it is an international agreement between governments.
2. IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments.
3. CITES is legally binding on the states that have joined, but take the place of national laws.
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1. IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and it is an international agreement between governments.
2. IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments.
3. CITES is legally binding on the states that have joined, but take the place of national laws.
Important Questions on Biodiversity Conservation
Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India mission' of the Government of India?
1. Incorporating environment at benefits and costs into the Union and State budget stay nearby implementing the green accounting.
2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future.
3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1. It aims to promote effective action through innovative National programs and supportive International partnership.
2. It has a special/particular focus on South Asia and North Africa regions, and its Secretariat facilitates the allocation of major portion of financial resources to these regions.
3. It is committed to bottom-up approach, and encouraging the protection of local people in combating the desertification.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Which of the following statement is/are correct?
Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+programme can significantly contribute to
1. Protection of biodiversity
2. Resilience of forest ecosystems
3. Poverty reduction
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):
1. TRAFFIC is a Bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
2. The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
1. Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to reduce Short Lived Climate Pollutants is a unique initiative of G20 group of countries.
2. The CCAC focuses on methane, black carbon and hydrofluorocarbons.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
