International Conventions & Organisations PYQs

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1. Prelims 2025Q90International Conventions & Organisations

   Which organization has enacted the Nature Restoration Law (NRL) to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss?

   aThe European UnionbThe World BankcThe Organization for Economic Cooperation and DevelopmentdThe Food and Agriculture Organization
2. Prelims 2023Q13International Conventions & Organisations

   ‘Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organizations?

   aThe International Union for Conservation of NaturebThe United Nations Environment ProgrammecThe United Nations World Commission for Environment and DevelopmentdThe World Wide Fund for Nature
3. Prelims 2018Q83International Conventions & Organisations

   The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at

   aThe Earth Summit on Sustainable Development 2002, JohannesburgbThe United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development 2012, Rio de JaneirocThe United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 2015, ParisdThe World Sustainable Development Summit 2016, New Delhi
4. Prelims 2017Q6International Conventions & Organisations

   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 ?

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
5. Prelims 2016Q13International Conventions & Organisations

   What is/are the importance/importances of the 'United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification'?

   1.It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programmes and supportive international partnerships.

   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, encouraging the participation of local people in combating the desertification.

   Select the correct answer using the code given below.

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
6. Prelims 2016Q52International Conventions & Organisations

   With reference to an initiative called 'The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)', which of the following statements is/are correct?

   1.It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.

   2.It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity.

   3.It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.

   Select the correct answer using the code given below.

   a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
7. Prelims 2016Q57International Conventions & Organisations

   With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements :

   1.It is a global action plan for sustainable development.

   2.It originated in the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
8. Prelims 2015Q12International Conventions & Organisations

   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 CITES 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 it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.

   Select the correct answer using the code given below.

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
9. Prelims 2015Q43International Conventions & Organisations

   What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?

   aIt is the United Nations Conference on Sustainable DevelopmentbIt is a Ministerial Meeting of the World Trade OrganizationcIt is a Conference of the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate ChangedIt is a Conference of the Member Countries of the Convention on Biological Diversity
10. Prelims 2015Q56International Conventions & Organisations

    'BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes' is managed by the

    aAsian Development BankbInternational Monetary FundcUnited Nations Environment ProgrammedWorld Bank
11. Prelims 2015Q76International Conventions & Organisations

    With reference to an organization known as 'BirdLife International', which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1.It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organizations.

    2.The concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' originated from this organization.

    3.It identifies the sites known/referred to as 'Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas'.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
12. Prelims 2014Q2International Conventions & Organisations

    If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?

    aChanges in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interferencebThe country in which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilometres from the edge of the wetlandcThe survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyeddIt is given the status of 'World Heritage Site'
13. Prelims 2014Q6International Conventions & Organisations

    With reference to 'Global Environment Facility', which of the following statements is/are correct?

    aIt serves as financial mechanism for 'Convention on Biological Diversity' and 'United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change'bIt undertakes scientific research on environmental issues at global levelcIt is an agency under OECD to facilitate the transfer of technology and funds to underdeveloped countries with specific aim to protect their environmentdBoth (a) and (b)
14. Prelims 2014Q10International Conventions & Organisations

    With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1.It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.

    2.It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
15. Prelims 2014Q78International Conventions & Organisations

    Consider the following international agreements :

    1.The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture

    2.The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification

    3.The World Heritage Convention

    Which of the above has/have a bearing on the biodiversity?

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
16. Prelims 2010Q59International Conventions & Organisations

    India is a party to the Ramsar Convention and has declared many areas as Ramsar Sites.

    Which of the following statements best describes how we should maintain these sites in the context of this Convention?

    aKeep all the sites completely inaccessible to man so that they will not be exploited.bConserve all the sites through ecosystem approach and permit tourism and recreation only.cConserve all the sites through ecosystem approach for a period without any exploitation, with specific criteria and specific period for each site, and then allow sustainable use of them by future generations.dConserve all the sites through ecosystem approach and allow their simultaneous sustainable use.
17. Prelims 2008Q95International Conventions & Organisations

    Where was the World Summit on Sustainable Development (Rio + 10) held?

    aDavosbNova ScotiacJohannesburgdShanghai
18. Prelims 2005Q138International Conventions & Organisations

    Which one of the following statements is correct?

    aThe First Meeting of the Parties (MOP-1) to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety was held in the Philippines in 2004.bIndia is not a signatory to the Biosafety Protocol/Convention on Biological Diversity.cThe Biosafety Protocol deals with genetically modified organisms.dThe United States of America is a member of the Biosafety Protocol/Convention on Biological Diversity.
19. Prelims 2002Q126International Conventions & Organisations

    A World Summit with representation from all the countries will be held in Johannesburg in September 2002 on the subject of

    aAIDS controlbGlobal terrorismcHuman rightsdSustainable development