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Consider the following pairs: Terms sometimes seen in the news Their origin

  1. 1.Annex-I Countries : Cartagena Protocol
  2. 2.Certified Emissions Reductions : Nagoya Protocol
  3. 3.Clean Development Mechanisms: Kyoto Protocol Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 3 only

The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) is a project-based mechanism established under Article 12 of the Kyoto Protocol, allowing emission-reduction projects in developing countries to earn certified emission reduction credits. Annex-I Countries are parties to the UNFCCC that have commitments under the Kyoto Protocol. The Cartagena Protocol is related to biosafety, while the Nagoya Protocol deals with access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization.

Source: UPSC gs1 2016

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